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Canhas

Coordinates: 32°43′36″N 17°6′34″W / 32.72667°N 17.10944°W / 32.72667; -17.10944
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Canhas
The parish church of Nossa Senhora da Piedade
The parish church of Nossa Senhora da Piedade
Flag of Canhas
Canhas is located in Madeira
Canhas
Canhas
Location in Madeira
Coordinates: 32°43′36″N 17°6′34″W / 32.72667°N 17.10944°W / 32.72667; -17.10944
Country Portugal
Auton. regionMadeira
IslandMadeira
MunicipalityPonta do Sol
EstablishedSettlement: fl.1550
Parish: 10 July 1578
Area
 • Total16.66 km2 (6.43 sq mi)
Elevation
985 m (3,232 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total3,769
 • Density230/km2 (590/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC±00:00 (WET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+01:00 (WEST)
Postal code
9360-00
Area code291
PatronNossa Senhora das Dores

Canhas is a civil parish in the municipality of Ponta do Sol in the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira. Extending into the interior from the coast, the parish has an area of 16.66 km2.[1] It has a population of 3,769 (2011).[2]

Economy

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A once essentially agricultural parish, Canhas has gradually been converted into an important economic centre, while retaining its rural feel. Even though agriculture is still a prime industry, civil construction and related industries have conquered a prominent position in the parish.

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