Adamstown

The settlement spreads along the north coast of Pitcairn Island, occupying 4.6 square kilometers near a natural harbor at Bounty Bay.

The village emerged in 1790 when nine British mutineers from HMS Bounty and their Polynesian companions established the first permanent settlement.

The residents speak English and Pitkern, a distinct language combining 18th-century English with Tahitian elements that reflects their mixed heritage.

The village receives supplies through regular visits of MV Silver Supporter, which also brings tourists for stays ranging from 4 to 18 days.

Every house in Adamstown maintains radio equipment for communication, as the settlement operates the smallest governmental radio station in the world.

Location: Pitcairn Islands

Elevation above the sea: 330 m

GPS coordinates: -25.06667,-130.10000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:56