The Chagos Archipelago is a group of seven atolls comprising 58 individual tropical islands in the Indian Ocean, situated some 500 kilometres (310 mi) south of the Maldives archipelago. The …

The Chagos Archipelago (/ ˈ tʃ ɑː ɡ ə s,-ɡ oʊ s /) or Chagos Islands (formerly the Bassas de Chagas, [2] and later the Oil Islands) is a group of seven atolls comprising more than 60 …

Dec 1, 2024 · Nestled in the Indian Ocean, the Chagos Islands are a group of over 60 tropical islands. They're known for their breathtaking natural beauty, including pristine beaches and …

Egmont Islands (also known as Egmont Atoll, [1] or Six Iles) is an uninhabited atoll administered by the United Kingdom. They are one of the few emerged coral atolls that make up the …

Jan 26, 2025 · Chagos Archipelago, island group in the central Indian Ocean, located about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) south of the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent. It is coterminous with the …

The Chagos Archipelago, a group of atolls comprising 58 islands, is located at 06° 26’ south and 72° 00’ east, approximately 2 200 kilometres north-east of the main Island of Mauritius with an …

The Chagos Archipelago was designated a no-take marine protected area (MPA) in 2010; it covers 550 000 km 2, with more than 60 000 km 2 shallow limestone platform and reefs. This …

Nov 27, 2023 · The history of the Chagos Islands encompasses colonisation, geopolitical conflict and human tragedy. The struggle between colonial powers – Britain and Mauritius – continues …

Sep 4, 2023 · Chagos Archipelago, Camp Thunder Cove, British Indian Ocean Territory. The Chagos Archipelago, sometimes known as the Chagos Islands, is a group of seven atolls in …

The Chagos Archipelago is a group of seven atolls comprising 58 individual tropical islands in the Indian Ocean, situated some 500 kilometres (310 mi) south of the Maldives archipelago. The …