Pratas Islands, Coral archipelago in South China Sea, Taiwan
Pratas Island spans 240 hectares with a horseshoe shape, featuring coral reefs, a central lagoon, and three distinct jetties across its geography.
The East Indiaman Earl Talbot ship met its fate near Pratas Island in 1800, marking one of the earliest documented maritime incidents in this region.
The establishment of Dongsha Atoll National Park in 2007 represents Taiwan's commitment to preserving marine environments in the South China Sea.
The island contains an airport with a 4,921-foot runway, military facilities, and a service center supporting navigation for fishing vessels.
Five hundred Taiwanese marines maintain a permanent presence on this remote outpost, operating from a network of underground defense structures.
Location: Cijin District
Part of: South China Sea Islands
GPS coordinates: 20.70222,116.72750
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:56
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