Arguin
Arguin (Arabic: أرغين, Portuguese: Arguim) is an island off the western coast of Mauritania in the Bay of Arguin. It is approximately 6 km × 2 km (3.7 mi × 1.2 mi) in size, with extensive and dangerous reefs around it. The island is now part of the Banc d'Arguin National Park.
Arguin
أرغين | |
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The Portuguese fort of Arguin | |
Arguin Location in Mauritania | |
| Coordinates: 20.6000°N 16.4500°W | |
| Country | Mauritania |
| Region | Dakhlet Nouadhibou Region |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
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