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San Carlos Water

San Carlos Water is a natural harbor located on the east coast of the Falkland Islands. It serves as a well-protected anchorage for ships, offering calm, sheltered waters protected by surrounding land and reefs. Historically, it has been used for ships to shelter from rough seas and weather conditions. The area is notable for its scenic beauty, with diverse marine and bird life. San Carlos Water also played a strategic role during the Falklands War in 1982, serving as a landing site and military base. Today, it remains an important ecological and historical site with scenic and maritime significance.