Iceland in a nutshell

Thick-billed puffin

Iceland is a relatively isolated island situated between the Arctic Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean. It lies just below the Arctic Circle, and its nearest neighbour is Greenland, which is situated approximately 1,500 km to the west, followed by the Faroe Islands, which lie to the south-east of Iceland.

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Iceland is a country of immense contrasts, which means there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re keen on hiking in the mountains or would rather take a dip in a natural pool heated by geothermal water, Iceland offers both – and much more besides.

Population Area Name in Icelandic / English Time zone
371,000 102,775km² Ísland / Iceland GMT (UTC +0)

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