Gigila

Gigila is an island in , . Gigila is situated nearby to the village , as well as near .
  • Type: Island
  • Description: island in Papua New Guinea
  • Also known as: “Nogui Island”

Places of Interest

Highlights include Kuwanak Island.

Island
Photo: NASA, Public domain.
is an island in , part of the Calvados Chain within the . Its only settlement is called Abagagaheia, and it is located on the northwestern point. At low tide you can walk to Taifaur.

Gigila

Latitude
-11.17239° or 11° 10′ 21″ south
Longitude
152.93998° or 152° 56′ 24″ east
Elevation
116 metres (381 feet)
Open location code
5RWJRWHQ+2X
Open­Street­Map ID
way 53257413
Open­Street­Map feature
natural=­coastline
Open­Street­Map feature
place=­island
Geo­Names ID
2133503
Wiki­data ID
Q49639034
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Satellite Map

Discover Gigila from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
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In Other Languages

“Gigila” goes by many names.
  • Cebuano: “Gigila Island”

Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Nogui and Kuanak.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Kuanak Primary School and Waia Islet.

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