Pitkern, also known as Pitcairn-Norfolk or Pitcairnese, is a language spoken on Pitcairn and Norfolk islands. It is a mixture of English and Tahitian, and has been given many classifications by scholars, including cant, patois, and Atlantic creole. [2]

The Pitcairn Islands (/ ˈ p ɪ t k ɛər n / PIT-kairn; [5] Pitkern: Pitkern Ailen), officially Pitcairn, Henderson, Ducie and Oeno Islands, [6] [7] [8] [9] are a group of four volcanic islands in the southern Pacific Ocean that form the sole British Overseas Territory in the Pacific Ocean.

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Nestled in the heart of the vast Pacific Ocean, the Pitcairn Islands stand as a testament to pristine beauty and untouched landscapes. Comprising four main islands—Pitcairn, Henderson, Ducie, and Oeno—this remote British Overseas Territory is renowned for its rugged cliffs, turquoise waters, and rich marine life.

Pitcairn, the only inhabited island, is a small volcanic outcrop situated in the South Pacific at latitude 25.04 south and longitude 130.06 west. It is roughly 2170km (1350 miles) east south-east of Tahiti and just over 6600km (4100 miles) from Panama.

Mar 28, 2025 · Pitcairn Island, isolated volcanic island in the south-central Pacific Ocean, 1,350 miles (2,170 km) southeast of Tahiti. It is the only inhabited island of the British overseas territory of Pitcairn, Henderson, Ducie, and Oeno Islands, which is commonly referred to as the Pitcairn Islands or as Pitcairn.

Pitcairn Islanders, also referred to as Pitkerners and Pitcairnese, are the native inhabitants of the Pitcairn Islands, a British Overseas Territory including people whose families were previously inhabitants and maintaining cultural connections. Most Pitcairn Islanders are descendants of the Bounty mutineers and Tahitians.

Learn about Pitcairn’s International Dark Sky Sanctuary and World-Class Marine Reserve, or read the latest article from The Pitkern Blog. Curious about visiting Pitcairn for yourself? Click here. The Pitcairn Islands have exceptionally stunning dark skies, free from all light pollution.

Jan 29, 2021 · The Pitcairn Islands are a loosely grouped handful of tiny islands in the remote South Pacific, farther from any continent than any other inhabited island. The islands are the last British colony in the South Pacific and the most isolated British dependency, apart from Tristan da …

Nov 23, 2020 · Physical map of Pitcairn showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps. Key facts about Pitcairn.