Alma, Prince Edward Island

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Alma is a settlement in Prince Edward Island.

Coordinates: 46°51′40″N64°06′32″W / 46.861°N 64.109°W / 46.861; -64.109

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Alma, an unincorporated area, is located in Prince County in the western portion of Prince Edward Island, NW. of Alberton. Its precise location is N 46°52', W 64°07'.


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