Guamblin Island
Guamblin Island, also known as Socorro Island or Nuestra Señora del Socorro, is a Chilean island located in the Pacific Ocean. The island is designated as a National Park and is recognized as an Important Bird Area. Although Guamblin Island has never been permanently inhabited, it holds a historical significance and has been the site of notable events.
Native name: Isla Guamblin | |
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Guamblin Island | |
| Geography | |
| Coordinates | 44.85°S 75.08°W |
| Adjacent to | Pacific Ocean |
| Area | 106 km2 (41 sq mi) |
| Length | 16 km (9.9 mi)N-S |
| Width | 8 km (5 mi)W-E |
| Highest elevation | 218 m (715 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Region | Aysén |
| Province | Aysén |
| Commune | Cisnes |
| Additional information | |
| NGA UFI=-883679 | |
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