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Island in the South Atlantic Ocean
Photo: Ben Tullis from Cambridge, United Kingdom, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Ascension Island is an island in the Atlantic Ocean, just south of the equator, 700 miles (1150 km) northwest of Saint Helena, the United Kingdom territory by which it is administered.
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It's part of Diocese of Cape Town along with its counterpart in St Helena. Built in mid-19th century as the Naval Church. Has much history laid on the Wall Tablets inside.
Built in 18th century in a subtropical forest which covers the Green Mountain, and have a very nice clock-tower. Starting point for many trails and "letterbox" walks (which are special because the climate on the mountain is noticeably cooler than on other desert parts of the island).
A destination of a notable "letterbox" walk. See how climate zones change during your short 1-mile trip to the 2817-ft peak.
Marine Barracks
Historical building, dates back to 1830. There are some shops in it as of 2021.
For dinners bookings are required.
American-style fast food.
The bar opens in evenings.
Seems to be the most crowded venue on the island and has the best selection of alcohol.
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