Geography
South Georgia is in Antarctic, Antarctica. Its listed coordinates are -54.5, -37; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Antarctica
South Georgia
South Georgia is a country in Antarctic. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- King Edward Point
- Continent
- Antarctica
- Region
- Antarctic
- Population
- 0
- Area
- 3,903 km²
- Currency
- British pound (GBP)
- Official language
- English
- Calling code
- +500
- Internet TLD
- .gs
- Time zone
- UTC-02:00
South Georgia map preview: -54.50, -37.00
People and Culture
South Georgia uses English in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in South Georgia varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
South Georgia is recorded with the official name South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- King Edward Point
- Antarctic cultural and historic sites
- Antarctica map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: King Edward Point
- Time zone data: UTC-02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- South Georgia is grouped under Antarctica.
- South Georgia has a listed area of 3,903 km².
- South Georgia is not listed as a UN member in the source data.
FAQs about South Georgia
What is the capital of South Georgia?
The capital of South Georgia is King Edward Point.
What continent is South Georgia in?
South Georgia is in Antarctica.
What currency does South Georgia use?
South Georgia uses the British pound.
What language is spoken in South Georgia?
English is listed for South Georgia in this database.