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Reunion island, also known as La Réunion, is a volcanic island belonging to France in the Indian Ocean, located at 55 degrees 36 minutes east longitude and 2 1 degree 06 minutes south latitude; It is located about190km east of Morris Island in the Indian Ocean and 650km west of Madagascar, the largest island in Africa.

Reunion island covers an area of 25 12 square kilometers and has a coastline of 207 kilometers. The highest peak on the island is about 3000 meters, and there is an active volcano Laves. Coastal tropical rainforest climate, hot and humid all year round; Inland mountainous areas have a alpine climate, which is mild and cool. The average temperature in the hottest month is 26℃, and that in Leng Yue is 20℃. May to 1 1 is the dry season and 1 1 is the rainy season.

Reunion island was discovered by the Portuguese in 15 13, ruled by the French in 1649, and set up a navigation station on the island. 18 10 was occupied by the British in15. Reunion island is at the same administrative level as the French mainland, except that it belongs to one of the overseas territories of the country.59100.61000061065

In addition to reunion island, the Overseas Department of Reunion also manages five islands: Juan Nova, Europa, Indian Cay, Glorieuses and Tromland. The sovereignty of the first four islands is disputed with Madagascar, and the last island is disputed with Morris.

The population of the island is about 763,000 (in 2004), with an average population density of 287 people per square kilometer. Among them, the French account for half of the total population, and there are about 25,000 Chinese, of whom 6 are Hakkas and 4 are from Shunde, Nanhai Province. French is the official language, and few people are familiar with English. 94% people believe in Catholicism. The capital is Saint-Denis, located on the northern shore of the island.

The economy is dominated by agriculture, fisheries and tourism. In agriculture, sugarcane, vanilla, geranium and other cash crops are mainly planted to produce sucrose and geranium essential oil. The latter is the origin of many legal essential oils and perfumes. The degree of industrialization is low, and sugar production is the main industry. Economic development mainly depends on French aid. The currency is euro.

Reunion island, known as Little Europe, is a holiday resort. Reunion island is the most famous volcano. At present, Laves volcano often erupts and magma often lasts for several months, making it an important tourist attraction.

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