New Siberia

New Siberia is an Arctic island that spans several thousand square kilometers and belongs to the Anzhu Islands group. The terrain displays barren landscapes with frozen ground that remains solidly frozen year-round.

Russian explorers ventured to this remote location in the 1800s and contributed to early Arctic mapping. The island received its name from these pioneering efforts and has since remained a notable geographic feature.

The island preserves significant geological records through its sedimentary layers, containing fossils and remnants from various geological periods.

Reaching this location requires careful planning since ice conditions dominate much of the year and limit access. Travel is only practical during certain months when sea routes become temporarily passable.

The layers beneath the surface hold fossil remains from different geological periods of Earth's history. These deposits offer glimpses into ancient environmental conditions and how life developed in this region.

Location: Bulunsky District

Elevation above the sea: 79 m

Part of: Anzhu Islands

GPS coordinates: 75.08722,148.45833

Latest update: December 11, 2025 19:41