Bubaque
Bubaque | |
|---|---|
Port area of Bubaque | |
| Coordinates: 11°17′N 15°50′W / 11.283°N 15.833°W | |
| Country | Guinea-Bissau |
| Region | Bolama Region |
| Sector | Bubaque |
| Area | |
| • Land | 70 km2 (28 sq mi) |
| Population (2009) | |
• Total | 6,427 |
| Time zone | UTC(UTC-0) (GMT) |
11°17′N 15°50′W / 11.283°N 15.833°W
Bubaque is one of the Bijagós Islands in Guinea-Bissau, and is also the name of its main town. The island has a population of 6,427, while the town of Bubaque has a population of 4,299 (2009 census). The area of the island is 75 km2, it is 13.6 km long and 8 km wide. Administratively, it is part of Bubaque sector, Bolama Region.
The island is known for its wildlife and is heavily forested. It is also where the UNESCO nature reserve headquarters is situated, as well as a museum.