Bilyana Island
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Bilyana Island (Bulgarian: остров Биляна, romanized: ostrov Bilyana, IPA: [ˈɔstrov biˈʎanɐ]) is an ice-free island in the Aitcho group on the west side of English Strait in the South Shetland Islands, Antarctica. Extending 450 by 290 m (490 by 320 yd), surface area 10 hectares (25 acres).[1] The area was visited by early 19th century sealers.
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Coordinates | 62°23′05″S 59°45′47″W |
Archipelago | Aitcho group |
Area | 10 ha (25 acres) |
Length | 450 m (1480 ft) |
Width | 900 m (3000 ft) |
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Administered under the Antarctic Treaty System |
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The island's name derives from Bilyana, a name from Bulgarian music folklore.[2]