Devil's Island
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Devil's Island is one of the three islands making up the Îles du Salut in French Guiana, located 14 kilometers off the coast of Kourou. It spans approximately 14 hectares. Known for its use as a penal colony from 1852 to 1953, it is the smallest of the islands in the group.
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Devil's Island became infamous as part of the French penal system, housing political prisoners such as Captain Alfred Dreyfus. The island is largely covered with lush vegetation and remains inaccessible by the general public due to safety concerns. Boat tours are available to view the island from the surrounding waters, with Île Royale typically serving as the landing point for visitors interested in exploring the historical remnants of the penal colony.