By Sakshi Sah
Published Mar 02, 2025

Hindustan Times
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World's most isolated settlements you won’t believe exist

Some people live in the most remote places on Earth.

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According to Geographical, here are five of the most isolated settlements.

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The Pitcairn Islands are home to just 50 people, making them the least populated on this list.

Pitcairn Islands, Southern Pacific Ocean (50 people)

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Also called ‘Desolation Island’, this remote land is home to scientists who study ecology, geology, and weather.

Kerguelen Islands, Southern Indian Ocean (50-100 people)

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This small Chilean village has only 14 homes and one hotel with 20 rooms. 

Villa Las Estrellas, Antarctica (100 people)

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This island is 2,810 km from Cape Town. It only gets about twelve ship visits per year.

Tristan da Cunha, South Atlantic Ocean (264 people)

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The town is surrounded by wilderness, with its neighbours including the largest national park in the world and the fjord system Scoresby Sound.

Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland (450 people)

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These places may be far from the world, but they have their own unique charm.

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