Putuaussaq

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  • Type: Island
  • Description: island in Avannaata, Greenland
  • Also known as: Pututaussaq

Places of Interest

Highlights include Karrat Island.

Island
is an island of . It is located in Baffin Bay in the Upernavik Archipelago. It was once a prime walrus hunting ground for the Oqonermiut. is situated 2½ km south of Putuaussaq.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Upernavik.

is home to the largest bird cliff, Apparsuit, and unique wildlife. ’s main industry is fishing. Local settlements are spread across the 450km coastline.

Putuaussaq

Latitude
72.86667° or 72° 52′ north
Longitude
-56.06667° or 56° 4′ west
Elevation
1 metre (3 feet)
Open location code
C845VW8M+M8
Geo­Names ID
3420963
Wiki­data ID
Q24827708
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Satellite Map

Discover Putuaussaq from above in high-definition satellite imagery.

In Other Languages

From Cebuano to Turkish—“Putuaussaq” goes by many names.
  • Cebuano: Putuaussaq
  • Swedish: Putuaussaq
  • Turkish: Putuaussaq

Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Aappilattoq and Tussaaq.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Ningertorfît and Tunorqo.

Greenland: Must-Visit Destinations

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