Framnaes Point facts for kids
Framnaes Point is a piece of land that sticks out into the sea. It's located on the north side of Stromness Bay on South Georgia Island. You can find it about 1 kilometer (or 0.6 miles) southwest of Cape Saunders.
The name "Framnaes Point" was given to this spot before the year 1920. It was likely named by Norwegian whalers who worked in the area. Whalers were people who hunted whales for their oil and other products.
What is Framnaes Point?
Framnaes Point is a geographical feature, which means it's a natural part of the Earth's surface. It's a "point" because it's a narrow piece of land that extends out into the water. This makes it an important landmark for ships and maps.
Location and History
Framnaes Point is found on the large island of South Georgia. This island is in the southern Atlantic Ocean. Its exact location is 54°8′S 36°39′W / 54.133°S 36.650°W.
The area around Framnaes Point was very important for whaling in the early 1900s. Norwegian whalers often explored and named places in this region. They gave names that were useful for their work and navigation.
Nearby Features: The Black Rocks
Just a short distance from Framnaes Point, about 0.8 kilometers (or 0.5 miles) to the southeast, you'll find a small group of rocks. These rocks are known as the Black Rocks.
For a while, these rocks were sometimes called "Blenheim Rocks." However, since around the 1930s, the name "Black Rocks" has been used much more often. This helps everyone know exactly which rocks are being talked about.
