There are several theories as to how it came to be called Devils Island. Some are rooted in spooky tales, but the accepted explanation comes from the anglicized spelling of Deval,the family name of an early French settler on the island.
Devil’s Island Lighthouse
Devils Island is roughly thirty-seven acres in size and is the outermost island in Halifax Harbour. The island guards the southeast approach to Halifax and is situated just offshore from the community of Eastern Passage.
looks somewhat remote and well, cold!
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Not cold bit remote.🤣
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Nice shots and…. happy for you, no devil 🙂
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Oh, i wish there are devils there and it’s not just a French name. LOL. Do you feel haunted when visiting it? They could do a Halloween party each year. Hahaha. I would love to attend.
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Yes..this the first I have this and hoping to sail over to step on shore there soon.
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So interesting, it’s amazing how human languages change over the years. I’d love to stand there to smell the salty sea. 🇨🇦❤️
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Yes we went there today to see the island from coast. When we get our launched I want to step on that island.
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I hope you step on that island!
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