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Falkland Islands CIA Map |
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| Location |
Southern South America, islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, east of southern Argentina |
| Grography |
deeply indented coast provides good natural harbors; short growing season |
| Coordinates |
51 45 S, 59 00 W |
| Area |
total: 12,173 sq km land: 12,173 sq km water: 0 sq km note: includes the two main islands of East and West Falkland and about 200 small islands |
| Terrain |
rocky, hilly, mountainous with some boggy, undulating plains |
| Natural Hazards |
strong winds persist throughout the year |
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Source: CIA World Factbook
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| Falkland Islands |
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Source: CIA World Factbook |
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