Nakahungaqtuaryuit facts for kids
 Nakahungaqtuaryuit
Location in Nunavut
Nakahungaqtuaryuit
Location in Canada
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| Location | Coronation Gulf |
| Coordinates | 67°54′19″N 108°27′24″W / 67.90528°N 108.45667°W |
| Archipelago | Arctic Archipelago |
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| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Kitikmeot |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Nakahungaqtuaryuit (pronounced Nah-kah-hoon-gak-too-ar-yoo-it) is a group of islands located in the far north of Canada. These islands were once known as the Breakwater Islands. They are found in a large body of water called Coronation Gulf. This area is part of the Kitikmeot Region in Nunavut, a territory in Canada.
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Exploring Nakahungaqtuaryuit
Nakahungaqtuaryuit is an island group, meaning it is made up of several islands close together. These islands are part of the vast Arctic Archipelago. This huge collection of islands stretches across the northern parts of Canada.
Where are these islands?
The Nakahungaqtuaryuit islands are located in Coronation Gulf. This gulf is a part of the Arctic Ocean. The islands are south of Victoria Island, which is one of the largest islands in Canada. They are also west of another landmass called Kiillinnguyaq. The entire area is within the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut, Canada's largest and northernmost territory.
Uninhabited Islands
The islands of Nakahungaqtuaryuit are currently uninhabited. This means that no people live there permanently. Many islands in the Canadian Arctic are uninhabited due to the very cold climate and remote location.
Nearby Island Groups
Nakahungaqtuaryuit is surrounded by other interesting island groups. These include the Chapman Islands and the Cheere Islands. You can also find the Cockburn Islands and the Piercey Islands nearby. Other groups in the area are the Porden Islands, the Stockport Islands, the Triple Islands, and the Ungiiviit islands.
