Central Island

Central Island
UNESCO World Heritage Site
LocationKenya
Part ofLake Turkana National Parks
CriteriaNatural: (viii)(x)
Reference801bis-002
Inscription1997 (21st Session)
Extensions2001
Area500 ha (1,200 acres)
Coordinates3°29′30″N 36°4′0″E / 3.49167°N 36.06667°E / 3.49167; 36.06667
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Central Island is located in Kenya
Central Island
Location of Central Island in Kenya

Central Island, also known as Crocodile Island, is a volcanic island located in the middle of Lake Turkana in Kenya. It is also the location of Central Island National Park, which is governed by the Kenya Wildlife Service.[1]