The Galapagos islands
They are the
product of one of the most volcanically active regions on our planet, a hot spot is
situated directly beneath the islands and also It is the point where major ocean currents
meet. These circumstances combine to make an area that truly is like no other place on
earth.
Galapagos is comprised of 13 major islands, more than 120 smaller islets and rocks,
and the surrounding ocean. The total land mass is almost 8,000 sq. km. Highest peak is
Wolf Volcano reaching 1707m. The present islands are all younger than 4 million years
and were formed separately from other land masses as a result of volcanic eruptions.
The Galapagos were discovered in 1535 by Fray Toms de Berlanga, the Bishop of
Panama. He was sailing from Panama to Peru when he accidentally discovered the
islands. Islands became a favorite hideout for Pirates and the favorite location for whale
hunters. After whales were locally cleared the whalers went there for tortoises, an
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