Geography
The island is 8 by 5 km (5.0 by 3.1 mi) at its longest axes, and is almost bisected by the long inlet of Bon Accord Harbour which is geologically a "drowned valley". The sheltered location of the bay has made it a favourite stop for yachts for more than a century.
Coordinates: 36°25′24″S 174°50′50″E / 36.4232163°S 174.8472404°E / -36.4232163; 174.8472404
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