- Hormuz
Hormuz, so v.w. Homisdas 2)–5).
Pierer's Lexicon. 1857–1865.
Hormuz
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Hormuz Island — is an Iranian island in the Persian Gulf, it is located in the straits of Hormuz and is part of the Hormozgān Province. It has an area of 42 km² which equals 16 square miles. Hormuz Island was once land of the Portugese Empire. There is a… … Wikipedia
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