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Inaccessible Island

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Inaccessible Island is part of the Tristan da Cunha archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean

Map of the Tristan da Cunha archipelago, showing the location of Inaccessible Island
Map of the Tristan da Cunha archipelago, showing the location of Inaccessible Island

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Along with (relatively) nearby Gough Island, Inaccessible Island was made a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995.

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The island was discovered by Dutch sailors in 1652.

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Despite the name, it is possible to visit the island. Only visitors escorted by guides from Tristan da Cunha are permitted to visit the island, and most visitors come as part of a cruise ship itinerary.

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You should bring your own food to the island.

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There are no permanent settlements on the island

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