Palmetto Point (Barbuda)

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Palmetto Point is a prominent headland that marks the southwesternmost point of the Caribbean island of Barbuda. It lies due south of Codrington Lagoon and separates the west and south coasts of the island. A martello tower stands 2 km to the northeast.

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17°34′55″N61°51′29″W / 17.582°N 61.858°W / 17.582; -61.858