Cape Buller

Pendleton's 1802 map showing Cape Buller

Cape Buller (53°59′S 37°22′W / 53.983°S 37.367°W / -53.983; -37.367Coordinates: 53°59′S 37°22′W / 53.983°S 37.367°W / -53.983; -37.367) is a rugged headland forming the west side of the entrance to the Bay of Isles on the north coast of South Georgia. It was discovered and named in 1775 by a British expedition under James Cook.

The area including the Bay of Isles and Cape Wilson, along with Grytviken is one of two Areas of Special Tourist Interest on the island.

See also

Barlas Bank

References

This article incorporates public domain material from the United States Geological Survey document "Buller, Cape" (content from the Geographic Names Information System).

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