South Georgia
Penguin Kingdom of the Southern Ocean
Overview
A remote British territory in the South Atlantic, uninhabited except for researchers, but home to enormous penguin and seal colonies and Shackleton's grave.
Geographic Context
Region
Antarctic
Land Area
3,903 km²
Capital
King Edward Point
Languages
English
Currencies
Saint Helena pound (£)
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025