Is South Georgia part of the UK?

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (SGSSI) is a British Overseas Territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean.

Is South Georgia part of the Falklands?

South Georgia, mountainous barren island in the South Atlantic Ocean, 800 miles (1,300 km) east-southeast of the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas). It is part of the British overseas territory of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, although Argentina also claims the territory.

Is South Georgia island inhabited?

Who lives on the Island of South Georgia? There is no permanent human population on South Georgia. There are Government Officers and spouses and British Antarctic Survey personnel at 2 research stations plus Museum staff in the summer months.

Is South Georgia Island a country?

South Georgia (Spanish: Isla San Pedro) is an island in the South Atlantic Ocean that is part of the British Overseas Territory of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. It lies around 1,400 kilometres (870 mi) east of the Falkland Islands.

Does anyone live on South Sandwich island?

South Sandwich Islands have been uninhabited since 1982, but the islands and South Georgia have a combined average population of only 30 people.

Does South Georgia have an airport?

Airport/s: The closest airport to South Georgia Island is Stanley Airport, which is close to Grytviken. However, the island has no air links and you can only travel by sea. Visa Required: There is no need to apply for a visa if you travel to South Georgia Island.

Does anyone live on South South and Georgia Sandwich Islands?

Why does Argentina claim South Georgia?

The first official Argentine claim for South Georgia materialised in 1927 when a whaling lease for Jason Harbour, an area to the west of Cumberland Bay, expired. The lease had been granted to an Argentine whaling company in 1909 but on expiry, reverted back to the Falkland Islands Government causing much consternation.

Does anybody live on the South Sandwich Islands?

Why are the South Sandwich Islands inhospitable?

There are no permanent residents, and the terrain is inhospitable. Given South Georgia’s remote location and lack of infrastructure, no one lives there permanently. Typically, there are about thirty people living on the island at any one time, most of whom are conducting scientific research.

Can you visit South Sandwich Islands?

Visiting the South Sandwich Islands is an experience like no other. Witness some of the few man-made structures in Antarctica, discover the area’s wildlife, and soak up the history of famed explorers who visited the area.

Is South Georgia Island worth visiting?

Because of this remote location, South Georgia Island is not a common tourist destination, even for those already traveling to Antarctica. But we highly recommend going since it’s a relatively short detour in a region most travelers only have the opportunity to visit once.