Tristan Da Cunha, an archipelago located in the South Atlantic Ocean, is renowned for being the most remote inhabited group of islands in the world. The main island, also named Tristan Da Cunha, is part of the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan Da Cunha. With a population of just over 200 residents, it epitomizes remote living, far from the nearest continent.

The island's community resides in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, known for its rugged landscape and the absence of an airport, making access possible only by a week-long boat journey from South Africa. Tristan Da Cunha's economy is sustained through fishing, farming, and the sale of their unique postage stamps to collectors worldwide.

Despite its isolation, Tristan Da Cunha has a rich history, first discovered in 1506 by Portuguese explorer Tristão da Cunha. The islanders, known as Tristanians, live a self-sufficient lifestyle, with a governance system that includes a local administrator and an Island Council. The archipelago also includes the wildlife reserves of Gough Island and Inaccessible Island, both recognized for their significant ecological value.

Source: Conversation with Bing, 3/21/2024