Reykjavik – Glacier tours – Whale watching

Iceland is is a Nordic and European island country in the North Atlantic Ocean and is volcanically and geologically active. The country’s cultural heritage includes traditional Icelandic cuisine, poetry and the medieval Icelanders’ sagas. Iceland is an adventure, you can experience the stunning Icelandic nature, the beauty of the rugged landscape and the creativity of the Icelandic people.

Brief overview

Country name: Republic of Iceland
Population: 329,000 (UN, 2010)
Capital: Reykjavik
Area: 103,000 sq km (39,769 sq miles)
Major language: Icelandic
Major religion: Christianity
Life expectancy: 81 years (men), 84 years (women) (UN)
Monetary unit: 1 krona = 100 aurar
Main exports: Fish and fish products, metals
GNI per capita: US $43,220 (World Bank, 2009
Internet domain: .is
International dialling code: +354