Canashito

Canashito, also known as Canachito, Cornachiti or Carachito, is located inland on a limestone , near , in , , measuring 63.2 metres in elevation above sea level.
Wikipedia
  • Type: Locality
  • Description: human settlement in Aruba
  • Also known as: “Canashitu”

Places of Interest

Highlights include Hooiberg and Queen Beatrix International Airport.

Peak
Photo: Uspn, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is a distinctively shaped, 165 m conical hill located at the heart of the island of . This geological formation is a prominent and recognizable landmark that has long captured the attention of locals and visitors alike—Hooiberg is Aruba's centerpiece.

Aerodrome
Photo: Wikimedia, Public domain.
is an international airport located in the Dutch Caribbean island of . It has flight services to the United States, Canada, several countries in the Caribbean, the northern coastal countries of South America, as well as some parts of Europe, notably the Netherlands. is situated 3 km west of Canashito.

School
Photo: Rangeraua, CC BY-SA 3.0.
The is a non-profit private in . In 2006, it moved to a new campus with a more centralized location. It was founded in 1929 and was owned by Lago Oil and Transport Co.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Santa Cruz and Paradera.

Town
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is a Region and Town in central , dominated by the . The town is connected by Highway 7 from west to east and Highway 4 from north to south.

Village
Photo: Ginafromaruba, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is a town and a census region in the central-northeastern part of . The census region encompasses the town of and the settlements and neighborhoods of Ayo, Bloemond, Piedra Plat, and Shiribana. is situated 3½ km northwest of Canashito.

Town
Oranjestad, the capital and most populous of 's eight regions, is located on the southwestern coast of the island. Administratively, the Oranjestad is divided into two regions: East and West. is situated 3½ km west of Canashito.

Canashito

Latitude
12.51081° or 12° 30′ 39″ north
Longitude
-69.9883° or 69° 59′ 18″ west
Elevation
24 metres (79 feet)
Open location code
774GG266+8M
Geo­Names ID
3577250
Wiki­data ID
Q2201552
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Satellite Map

Discover Canashito from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
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In Other Languages

“Canashito” goes by many names.
  • Dutch: “Canashito”

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Notable Places Nearby

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