Itapagé, Naval wreck site near Maceió, Brazil
The Itapagé rests at coordinates -10.066667 latitude and -35.9 longitude off the Brazilian coast, creating an underwater exploration destination.
The vessel was constructed during World War I as part of the Emergency Fleet Corporation's response to wartime steel shortages through concrete ship production.
The wreck site holds numerous maritime artifacts that document Brazilian naval operations and construction methods from the early 20th century.
Diving expeditions to the Itapagé wreck require certification and specialized equipment due to the depth and ocean conditions at the location.
The ship's concrete construction makes it an unusual example of wartime naval engineering that now functions as an artificial reef for marine life.
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