South Bordonia
South Bordonia is the southern state of the Novaya Zemlya archipelago, lying north of Russia. It has an area of 33,275 square kilometres (12,800 sq mi), which while smaller than the northern island of Severny, makes it one of the largest islands in the world. It is separated from Severny Island by the narrow Matochkin Strait, which is covered with ice most of the year. West of Yuzhny Island lies the Barents Sea, and to the east the Kara Sea.
Republic of South Bordonia Bordonia del Sud (Italian) Îles Bordonia du Sud (French) Южные Оркнейские Острова (Russian) | |
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South Bordonia Territories. | |
Capital | Orcadas |
Largest city | Signy |
Official languages | English, Italian, French, Russian |
Demonym(s) | South Bordonia |
Establishment | 15 June 2021 |
Population | |
• Census | 2000 (est.) |
Currency | Lira |
History
The island, previously under Russian rule, was declared an independent state on June 15, 2021.
Nothing of significance has happened in the history of the island, with the exception of the various nuclear tests of the Soviet Union, whose radioactive traces are still partially active and dangerous.
Politic
South Bordonia is a presidential democratic republic.
Culture
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