Rocas Atoll
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| Area | 36 |
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| Total islands | 2 |
| Major islands | Farol; Cemitério |
| Designated as world heritage site | 2001 (25th session) |
| Locations | Atlantic Ocean |
| Archipelago | Atol das Rocas |
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| ID | 2610140 |
About Rocas Atoll
The Rocas Atoll is the only atoll in the South Atlantic Ocean. It belongs to the Brazilian State of Rio Grande do Norte. It is located approximately 260 km northeast of Natal and 145 km west of the Fernando de Noronha archipelago. The atoll is of volcanic origin and coralline formation.
