Island of Mozambique

The Island of Mozambique (Ilha de Mocambique) lies off northern Mozambique, between the Mozambique Channel and Mossuril Bay. It has a population of around 14,000 people and is part of Nampula Province. The region has been classified as a Rowld Heritage Site.

The island is connected to the mainland by a 3km bridge and in itself is not very big, measuring about 3 km long and between 200 and 500 metre wide. Most historical buildings are at the island's northern end. The majority of the residents live in reed houses in Makuti Town at the southern end of the island. The island is also close to two tourist highlights Chocas Mar, a long beach about 40km north of Ilha de Mocambique across the Mossuril Bay, and Cabaceiras.