Welcome to East, a Polar island in the Indian Ocean, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes East unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Size: 127.4 km² Coastline: 50.8 km Ocean: Indian Ocean Sea: Indian Ocean Continent: Seven seas (open ocean)
East is a Large Island spanning 127 km² with a coastline of 51 km.
Archipel: Alexander Archipelago – A group of about 1,100 islands off the southeast coast of Alaska, USA, known for their temperate rainforests and indigenous Tlingit culture.
Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates: Latitude: -44.09157949 / Longitude: 47.99343723
Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.
