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Rudolf Island
Island of the Franz Josef Archipelago, Russia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Prince Rudolf Land, Crown Prince Rudolf Land, Prince Rudolf Island or Rudolf Island (Russian: Остров Рудольфа) is the northernmost island of the Franz Josef Archipelago, Russia and is home to the northernmost point in Russia.
Quick Facts Russian: Остров Рудольфа, Geography ...
Russian: Остров Рудольфа | |
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![]() Rock formations at Cape Stolbovoy | |
Location of Rudolf Island at the northern end of Franz Josef Land | |
Geography | |
Location | Arctic |
Coordinates | 81.767222°N 58.56°E / 81.767222; 58.56 |
Archipelago | Franz Josef Archipelago |
Area | 297 km2 (115 sq mi) |
Highest elevation | 461 m (1512 ft) |
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Owing to the island's location, its sheltered Teplitz Bay has served as a staging area for numerous polar expeditions.[1]