Bastian Islands
The Bastian Islands (Norwegian: Bastianøyane) are a group of islands in Hinlopen Strait, Svalbard. The islands are located southeast of Wilhelm Island.
Native name: Bastianøyane | |
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Bastian Islands Location in Svalbard | |
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| Coordinates | 78.9903°N 21.3411°E |
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Norway | |
The islands are named after German explorer Adolf Bastian. The Bastian Islands are the northern islands of a larger group, and the southern islands of this group are called the Rønnbeck Islands.
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