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Meløya
Meløya is an island in the municipality of Meløy in Nordland county, Norway. The island lies east of Bolga, north of Åmnøya, and west of Mesøya. The island is only accessible by boat, and there are regular ferry connections to Bolga, Støtt, Vassdalsvik, and Ørnes.
The western part of the island is relatively flat and has many farms. The village of Meløy is located in this area and it is the main population centre on the island. Meløy Church is located in the village of Meløy. The village of Meløy was the administrative centre of Meløy until 1952 when it was moved to Ørnes. The eastern part of the island is mountainous, and it is dominated by the tall Meløytinden.