Grytviken

Grytviken is a town in the United Kingdom territory of South Georgia. It was a Norwegian whaling station.

Grytviken is a popular stop for cruise ships visiting Antarctica, and tourists usually land to visit Shackleton's grave. There is a small museum in part of the former whaling station.

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