Fun facts about Kerguelen Islands
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The Kerguelen Islands were officially discovered by French navigator Yves-Joseph de Kerguelen-Trémarec on 12 February 1772.
Kerguelen Islands
France
The Kerguelen Islands, also known as the Desolation Islands, are a group of islands in the sub-Antarctic region.
From the “History” section
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The highest point on Grande Terre is Mont Ross, which rises to 1,850 metres (6,070 ft).
Kerguelen Islands
France
The Kerguelen Islands, also known as the Desolation Islands, are a group of islands in the sub-Antarctic region.
From the “Grande Terre” section
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Kerguelen's climate is classified as oceanic, cold, and extremely windswept, with an average annual temperature of 4.9 °C (40.8 °F).
Kerguelen Islands
France
The Kerguelen Islands, also known as the Desolation Islands, are a group of islands in the sub-Antarctic region.
From the “Climate” section
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The islands are known for the indigenous, edible Kerguelen cabbage, which is a good source of vitamin C.
Kerguelen Islands
France
The Kerguelen Islands, also known as the Desolation Islands, are a group of islands in the sub-Antarctic region.
From the “Flora and fauna” section
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In Edgar Allan Poe's novel, The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket, the crew visits Kerguelen Island before heading towards the South Pole.
Kerguelen Islands
France
The Kerguelen Islands, also known as the Desolation Islands, are a group of islands in the sub-Antarctic region.
From the “In popular culture” section
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