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Iceland (i/ˈaɪslænd/; Icelandic: Ísland [ˈistlant]), also called the Republic of Iceland, is a Nordic island country between the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean. It has a population of 329,100 and an area of 103,000 km2 (40,000 sq mi), making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population. Iceland is volcanically and geologically active. The interior consists of a plateau characterised by sand and lava fields, mountains and glaciers, while many glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands. Iceland is warmed by the Gulf Stream and has a temperate climate, despite a high latitude just outside the Arctic Circle. Its high latitude and marine influence still keeps summers chilly, with most of the archipelago having a tundra climate.
According to Landnámabók, the settlement of Iceland began in the year 874 when the Norwegian chieftain Ingólfr Arnarson became the first permanent settler on the island. In the following centuries, mainly Norwegians and to a smaller extent other Scandinavians settled Iceland, bringing with them thralls of Gaelic origin. From 1262 to 1814, Iceland was ruled by Norway and afterwards by Denmark. Until the 20th century, the country relied largely on fishing and agriculture. Iceland became independent in 1918 and a republic in 1944. Industrialisation of the fisheries and Marshall Plan aid following World War II brought prosperity and Iceland became one of the wealthiest and most developed nations in the world. In 1994, it became a part of the European Economic Area, which supported diversification into economic and financial services.
The geography of Iceland entails the geographic features of Iceland, an island country at the confluence of the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. Iceland is located east of Greenland and immediately south of the Arctic Circle, atop the constructive boundary of the northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge. It lies about 860 km (534 mi) from Scotland and 4,200 km (2,610 mi) from New York City. One of the world's most sparsely populated countries, the republic of Iceland's boundaries are almost completely the same as the main island – the world's 18th largest in area and possessing almost all of the country's area and population.
Iceland has extensive volcanic and geothermal activity. The rift associated with the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, which marks the division between the European and North American tectonic plates, runs across Iceland from the southwest to the northeast. This geographic feature is prominent at the Þingvellir National Park, where the promontory creates an extraordinary natural amphitheatre. The site was the home of Iceland's parliament, the Alþing, which was first convened in 930. It is a common misconception that Þingvellir are located at the juncture between the North American and Eurasian continental plates. However, they are in fact at the juncture of the North American continental plate and a smaller plate (approx. 10,000 km2) called the Hreppar Microplate (Hreppaflekinn).
Iceland is an EP released by All About Eve in 2002. It was described mainly as a winter (rather than specifically Christmas) EP, although five out of seven of the songs do contain references to Christmas or are songs particularly connected with it.
Only Melting and Cold are new All About Eve-penned songs. "Last Christmas" is a cover of the Wham! song and "A Winter's Tale" is a cover of the Queen song. The two versions of "December" are takes on the original All About Eve song (as found on their second album Scarlet and Other Stories) and Walking in the Air is a radical re-working of the song made famous as theme music to The Snowman.
This album was made (and the songs performed) by Julianne Regan and Andy Cousin only, and did not include Robin Guy or Toni Haimi, the other band members at the time.
Follow Joel Grimes for a glimpse of the mobility and ease of Lightroom mobile as he moves his way through the breathtaking scenery of Iceland. Work anywhere, anytime, and with anyone. Special thanks to Einar Erlendsson from FocusOnNature for local guidance. Learn more about Lightroom mobile: http://adobe.ly/1wPLXOz Follow Lightroom: http://facebook.com/Lightroom http://twitter.com/Lightroom http://plus.google.com/+Lightroom
Explore breathtaking Iceland with That-Icelandic-Guy and Xperia PRO-I What is #TravelByXperia? http://bit.ly/YT_TravelByXperia Learn more about Xperia PRO-I: https://bit.ly/3CpSsxC (設定から日本語字幕を表示できます) *Multiple language subtitles available from settings. (日本語 / English / Pусский язык / Deutsch / 中文 [繁體字] ) Join Sony’s Alpha photographer and filmmaker That-Icelandic-Guy as he ventures through enchanted Iceland with #XperiaPROI. With epic lava fields, colourful geothermal areas and dramatic coastline for inspiration, watch as he captures the breathtaking Reykjanes Peninsula – with just the smartphone in his pocket. With its large 1.0-type image sensor, Xperia PRO-I empowers photographers like That-Icelandic-Guy to capture the unspoilt beauty of Mother Nature in all its glory. To join us ...
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Embarking on an Icelandic adventure? Make sure you're fully prepared with our guide to the Top 6 APPS essential for any traveler in Iceland! From navigating the rugged landscapes to catching the spectacular Northern Lights, these apps will ensure your journey is smooth, safe, and unforgettable. Whether you're driving through the Golden Circle or exploring remote fjords, these tools will keep you one step ahead. Dive into our video to discover how each app can enhance your Iceland experience, making your adventure as seamless as the stunning Icelandic scenery itself.
I finally made it to Iceland for an adventure around the whole country. Check out these clips of me at Blue Lagoon and some beautiful scenery. MORE TO COME! Second Channel - https://www.youtube.com/mobileinstinct2 INSTAGRAM - mobileinstinct - https://www.instagram.com/mobileinstinct All of my videos are organized by state on my website https://www.TheMobileInstinct.com Have a cool place you want me to check out? Tell me about it! https://www.Themobileinstinct.com Check out some other videos of mine! Abandoned LA ZOO https://youtu.be/jgepM4f9HI4 Border wall at an abandoned beach https://youtu.be/VtmKJw7J6lo #mobileinstinct #iceland #bluelagoon
Summer 2019 in Iceland Filmed with DJI Osmo Mobile and Samsung S8 Music : Killrude - Mysteries https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syPb4WjilkM Maxime Bouchart
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Iceland (i/ˈaɪslænd/; Icelandic: Ísland [ˈistlant]), also called the Republic of Iceland, is a Nordic island country between the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean. It has a population of 329,100 and an area of 103,000 km2 (40,000 sq mi), making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population. Iceland is volcanically and geologically active. The interior consists of a plateau characterised by sand and lava fields, mountains and glaciers, while many glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands. Iceland is warmed by the Gulf Stream and has a temperate climate, despite a high latitude just outside the Arctic Circle. Its high latitude and marine influence still keeps summers chilly, with most of the archipelago having a tundra climate.
According to Landnámabók, the settlement of Iceland began in the year 874 when the Norwegian chieftain Ingólfr Arnarson became the first permanent settler on the island. In the following centuries, mainly Norwegians and to a smaller extent other Scandinavians settled Iceland, bringing with them thralls of Gaelic origin. From 1262 to 1814, Iceland was ruled by Norway and afterwards by Denmark. Until the 20th century, the country relied largely on fishing and agriculture. Iceland became independent in 1918 and a republic in 1944. Industrialisation of the fisheries and Marshall Plan aid following World War II brought prosperity and Iceland became one of the wealthiest and most developed nations in the world. In 1994, it became a part of the European Economic Area, which supported diversification into economic and financial services.