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'''Nosy Lava, also known as Long Island, lies about 15km off the coast of [[Ananalava]]. The island is a former maximum security prison.'''
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A lighthouse built in 1910 stands on the highest point of the island with views of [[Nosy Saba]] to the north, Analalava to the east and the tip of [[Maromony]] to the south. Some tombs of Sakalava kings can also be found on the island.
'''Note:''' There is another island also named [[Nosy Lava (Mitsio Archipelago)|Nosy Lava]] north of [[Nosy Be]] that is part of the [[Mitsio Archipelago]].
== Links Additional information == * View all [[Nosy Lava (Analalava) photos]]
* http://www.unc.edu/~rowlett/lighthouse/mdg.htm
