Kyarra

Kyarra is a historic shipwreck located off the coast of Dorset, England. The ship was a cargo and passenger vessel that was sunk during World War I. Today, the Kyarra is a popular site for diving due to its well-preserved condition and the variety of marine life that inhabits the wreck.

History

The Kyarra was built in 1903 by William Denny and Brothers, a prominent shipbuilding company based in Dumbarton, Scotland. The ship was commissioned by the Australian United Steam Navigation Company and was used primarily for transporting goods and passengers between Australia and the United Kingdom.

On May 26, 1918, during World War I, the Kyarra was sunk by a German U-boat while en route from London to Sydney. All but six of the crew members survived the sinking.

Wreck

The wreck of the Kyarra lies in approximately 30 meters of water off the coast of Dorset. The ship is largely intact, with many of its features, including the engine room, cargo holds, and passenger cabins, still recognizable. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including conger eels, lobsters, and various species of fish.

Diving

The Kyarra is a popular site for diving due to its well-preserved condition and the variety of marine life that inhabits the wreck. Divers can explore the ship's cargo holds, which still contain a variety of artifacts from the ship's final voyage. The wreck is also home to a variety of marine life, making it a popular site for underwater photography.

See also

• List of shipwrecks of the United Kingdom
• Maritime archaeology
• Scuba diving in the United Kingdom