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Scapa Flow
Scapa Flow is a fort in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Scapa Flow is a historic fort or fortified site in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 58.8862°, -3.0434°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Place summary
Scapa Flow is a large body of water located in the Orkney Islands, Scotland. It is notable for its historical significance as a naval base during both World Wars and for its strategic importance in maritime operations. The area is also known for its remnants of wartime fortifications.
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- Coordinates
- 58.8862, -3.0434
Sources
- osm: n3613409912 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Scapa Flow?
- Scapa Flow is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 58.8862°, -3.0434°.