Diver reveals the truth about hollow island completely Google Maps

Google Maps unveiled a mysterious 'black island' in the Pacific Ocean, sparking curiosity over the years.

In 2009, professional diver Enric Sala explored the island, discovering it is named 'Vostok Island.'

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Vostok Island belongs to the Republic of Kiribati, and its isolated location makes it rarely visited.

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The island appeared 'blacked out' on Google Maps, leading to theories of hidden military bases.

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Sala's dive unveiled the island's rich marine life, with sharks, barracuda, and vibrant corals.

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Despite the dive, Google Maps continues to show Vostok Island as a blacked-out area.

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Internet conspiracies persist, with some speculating censorship or hidden secrets.

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Reddit users suggested the black appearance is due to a dense forest of Pisonia trees.

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Sala expressed the island's beauty, describing it as the most pristine place he has dived.

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The mystery surrounding Vostok Island persists, leaving the internet intrigued about its secrets.

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