Galinhas (Portuguese: Ilha das Galinhas)[2] is an island in the Bijagós Archipelago of Guinea-Bissau. Galinhas is located about 25 km southwest of Bolama town. The Canal de Bolama separates it from Bolama Island, the easternmost island of the group that lies close to the mainland. The area of the island is 50 km², its length is 10 km and its width is 6 km.[3]

Galinhas

Ilha das Galinhas
Map of the sectors of the Bolama Region
Galinhas Location within Guinea-Bissau
Geography
Location	Atlantic Ocean
Coordinates	11.4667°N 15.6833°W / 11.4667; -15.6833
Archipelago	Bissagos Islands
Area	50 km2 (19 sq mi)
Length	10 km (6 mi)
Width	6 km (3.7 mi)
Administration
Guinea Bissau
Region	Bolama Region
Demographics
Population	1633 (2009)[1]

During the colonial period a prison functioned on the island, called (in Portuguese) Colónia Penal e Agrícola da Ilha das Galinhas.

The island has a population of 1,633 (2009 census).[1] Landmarks on the island include the former Portuguese prison and governor's house. Some boats from Bissau to Bubaque call at the island. Nearby islands and islets includes Formosa to the west and Roxa to the south. There is a lighthouse on the island, with focal height 9 m (30 ft).[4]

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