Burgas Peninsula
Burgas Peninsula (Bulgarian: полуостров Бургас, romanized: poluostrov Burgas, IPA: [poɫuˈɔstrov borˈɡas]) is a predominantly ice-covered peninsula forming the east extremity of Livingston Island in the South Shetland Islands, Antarctica extending 10 km (6.2 mi) in the east-northeast direction towards Renier Point and 4.7 km (2.9 mi). It is bounded by Bruix Cove, Moon Bay and Mugla Passage to the north, and Bransfield Strait to the south-southeast. The peninsula's interior is occupied by the Delchev Ridge of Tangra Mountains.
Burgas Peninsula | |
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Peninsula | |
Burgas Peninsula from Bransfield Strait | |
Burgas Peninsula | |
Coordinates: 62°37′40″S 59°54′00″W | |
Location | Livingston Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica |
Etymology | Burgas, Bulgaria |
Dimensions | |
• Length | 10 km (6.2 mi) |
• Width | 4.7 km (2.9 mi) |
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