O'Brien Island, Chile facts for kids
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 O'Brien Island
Location in Chile
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| Coordinates | 54°52′49″S 70°33′28″W / 54.880213°S 70.557783°W |
| Area | 136.3 km2 (52.6 sq mi) |
| Coastline | 68.7 km (42.69 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 701 m (2,300 ft) |
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| Region | Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena Region |
| Commune | Cabo de Hornos |
O'Brien Island (which is Isla O'Brien in Spanish) is an island found at the western end of the famous Beagle Channel. This channel is a very important waterway in the southern part of South America. The island is part of Chile, a country known for its long and narrow shape.
Where is O'Brien Island?
O'Brien Island is located in a very interesting part of the world, surrounded by other islands and channels.
Surrounding Waters and Land
- To the east of O'Brien Island, you'll find the Paso Darwin. This is where the Beagle Channel officially begins.
- To the north, the island is separated from the large Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego by a narrow passage called the Pomar Channel.
- To the south, O'Brien Island is separated from Guillermo Island and Londonderry Island by the O'Brien Channel.
Island Size and Features
O'Brien Island is about 136.3 square kilometers (about 52.6 square miles) in size. It has a coastline that stretches for 68.7 kilometers (about 42.7 miles). The highest point on the island reaches 701 meters (about 2,300 feet) above sea level. This makes it a fairly tall island for its area.
See also
In Spanish: Isla O'Brien para niños
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