Autonomous Community of Canarias, Spain Genealogy

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The autonomous communities of Spain were created in 1978. To learn more about them please read Autonomous communities of Spain. The autonomous community of Canarias or the Canary Islands is comprised of a group of islands off the western coast of Africa. The capital is shared by the cities of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Santa Cruz de Tenerife is located on the island of Tenerife while Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is located on the island of Gran Canaria.

Canary Island Provinces
The provinces within its jurisdiction include:

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