Cruises from South Orkney Islands
The South Orkney Islands is a group of islands in the Southern Ocean approximately 640 km NE of the Antarctic Peninsula. First discovered in 1821, they comprise four main islands, the largest being Coronation Island, highest point Mount Nivea standing 1265m above sea level. The islands are claimed by both Britain and Argentina. The primary presence on the islands is related to two research stations run by Argentina and Great Britain.
Read moreIt is of interest that the Argentinean station on Laurie Island, first established in 1904, is the oldest continuously staffed station in the Antarctic. The British base on Signey Island operates in the Summer.
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