Iceland

Country Iceland
Capital Reykjavik
Continent Europe
Currency Icelandic króna(ISK)
Languages Icelandic

Reykjavik

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Settled by Norwegian and Celtic (Scottish and Irish) immigrants during the late 9th and 10th centuries A.D., Iceland boasts the world's oldest functioning legislative assembly, the Althing, established in 930. Independent for over 300 years, Iceland was subsequently ruled by Norway and Denmark. Fallout from the Askja volcano of 1875 devastated the Icelandic economy and caused widespread famine. Over the next quarter century, 20% of the island's population emigrated, mostly to Canada and the US. Limited home rule from Denmark was granted in 1874 and complete independence attained in 1944. The second half of the 20th century saw substantial economic growth driven primarily by the fishing industry. The economy diversified greatly after the country joined the European Economic Area in 1994, but Iceland was especially hard hit by the global financial crisis in the years following 2008. Literacy, longevity, and social cohesion are first rate by world standards.

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Govt to push geothermal pilots under new policy; Iceland, Norway firms eye sites in Uttarakhand, Arunachal - The Indian ExpressGovt to push geothermal pilots under new policy; Iceland, Norway firms eye sites in Uttarakhand, Arunachal  The Indian Express

India explores tie-ups with the US, Norway, Iceland to tap 10 GW geothermal energy - CNBC TV18India explores tie-ups with the US, Norway, Iceland to tap 10 GW geothermal energy  CNBC TV18

British endurance swimmer becomes first to swim around Iceland - BBCBritish endurance swimmer becomes first to swim around Iceland  BBC

Iceland may not take part in Eurovision if Israel does - RÚV.isIceland may not take part in Eurovision if Israel does  RÚV.is

I've been to over 90 countries, but there's only one I want to return to again and again - Business InsiderI've been to over 90 countries, but there's only one I want to return to again and again  Business Insider

Ross Edgley: British 'Thor' becomes first person to swim 1,000 miles around Iceland - Sky NewsRoss Edgley: British 'Thor' becomes first person to swim 1,000 miles around Iceland  Sky News

It's 'throw a baby puffin off a cliff' season in Iceland - National GeographicIt's 'throw a baby puffin off a cliff' season in Iceland  National Geographic

What Fighting On A Road Trip In The Middle Of Iceland Taught This Couple - Travel and Leisure AsiaWhat Fighting On A Road Trip In The Middle Of Iceland Taught This Couple  Travel and Leisure Asia

High-Level Indian Delegation Led by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries Partners with Iceland for Sustainable Blue Growth - PIBHigh-Level Indian Delegation Led by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries Partners with Iceland for Sustainable Blue Growth  PIB

Icelandic land-based aquaculture companies unite to turn waste into value - The Fish SiteIcelandic land-based aquaculture companies unite to turn waste into value  The Fish Site

Iceland urged to pursue Arctic oil exploration - EuractivIceland urged to pursue Arctic oil exploration  Euractiv

India Strengthens Fisheries and Aquaculture Cooperation with Iceland for Blue Economy Development - global-agriculture.comIndia Strengthens Fisheries and Aquaculture Cooperation with Iceland for Blue Economy Development  global-agriculture.com

Spain Joins Portugal, Italy, Iceland, Norway and More as Scandinavian Airlines Introduces New Lounge Partnerships to Elevate Business Class Travel and Premium Services - Travel And Tour WorldSpain Joins Portugal, Italy, Iceland, Norway and More as Scandinavian Airlines Introduces New Lounge Partnerships to Elevate Business Class Travel and Premium Services  Travel And Tour World

Game of Thrones-themed programs and fearless lifts: How Julia Sylvia Gunnarsdottir and Manuel Piazza brought pairs figure skating to Iceland - Olympics.comGame of Thrones-themed programs and fearless lifts: How Julia Sylvia Gunnarsdottir and Manuel Piazza brought pairs figure skating to Iceland  Olympics.com

Iceland Plume Discovery Reveals Ancient Volcanic Funnels Across North Atlantic - Gadgets 360Iceland Plume Discovery Reveals Ancient Volcanic Funnels Across North Atlantic  Gadgets 360

Why Iceland is the only country without mosquitoes (and why that could change) - futura-sciences.comWhy Iceland is the only country without mosquitoes (and why that could change)  futura-sciences.com

Australia launches trademark consultation; South Korea design stats; Iceland-Slovenia MoU – IP office updates - World Trademark ReviewAustralia launches trademark consultation; South Korea design stats; Iceland-Slovenia MoU – IP office updates  World Trademark Review

Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol's 'Gerua' song cost Rs 7 crore to Farah Khan: Iceland is the most expensive plac - The Times of IndiaShah Rukh Khan and Kajol's 'Gerua' song cost Rs 7 crore to Farah Khan: Iceland is the most expensive plac  The Times of India

St Martin car showroom granted permission to be turned into an Iceland store - BBCSt Martin car showroom granted permission to be turned into an Iceland store  BBC

'Mehnga Hai Iceland: Farah Khan Reveals Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol’s ‘Gerua’ Cost Whopping Rs 7 Crore - News18'Mehnga Hai Iceland: Farah Khan Reveals Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol’s ‘Gerua’ Cost Whopping Rs 7 Crore  News18

Extraordinary photo of Icelandic volcano eruption wins landscape competition - Amateur PhotographerExtraordinary photo of Icelandic volcano eruption wins landscape competition  Amateur Photographer

Icelandic Student Union Criticises Government Plan to Raise University Fees - Iceland ReviewIcelandic Student Union Criticises Government Plan to Raise University Fees  Iceland Review

Turkey Joins Switzerland, Iceland, Denmark, Italy, Singapore, And More As UK Issues Comprehensive Travel Advisory For Surge In Dangers Amid Worsening Geopolitical Instability And Climatic Perils: New Update You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldTurkey Joins Switzerland, Iceland, Denmark, Italy, Singapore, And More As UK Issues Comprehensive Travel Advisory For Surge In Dangers Amid Worsening Geopolitical Instability And Climatic Perils: New Update You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

World’s 10 safest countries revealed: Iceland takes the top spot - The Indian ExpressWorld’s 10 safest countries revealed: Iceland takes the top spot  The Indian Express

Iceland’s East Fjords Braced for Gusty Winds - Iceland ReviewIceland’s East Fjords Braced for Gusty Winds  Iceland Review

10 Things You Need to Know About Iceland’s Drone Laws in 2025 (Before You Fly!) - ts2.tech10 Things You Need to Know About Iceland’s Drone Laws in 2025 (Before You Fly!)  ts2.tech

OECD Economic Surveys: Iceland 2025 - OECDOECD Economic Surveys: Iceland 2025  OECD

Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol’s song ‘Gerua’ cost Rs 7 crore to the makers, reveals Farah Khan: ‘It’s expensive, the only Bollywood song ever shot in Iceland’ - The Indian ExpressShah Rukh Khan-Kajol’s song ‘Gerua’ cost Rs 7 crore to the makers, reveals Farah Khan: ‘It’s expensive, the only Bollywood song ever shot in Iceland’  The Indian Express

Icelandic land-based salmon farmers to collaborate on waste processing - SalmonBusinessIcelandic land-based salmon farmers to collaborate on waste processing  SalmonBusiness

Iceland volcano erupts for 12th time since 2021 - The HinduIceland volcano erupts for 12th time since 2021  The Hindu

Adventure in Iceland, with Urus to discover the island of the Vikings. Day 2 - Lamborghini.comAdventure in Iceland, with Urus to discover the island of the Vikings. Day 2  Lamborghini.com

Environment at a Glance: Iceland - OECDEnvironment at a Glance: Iceland  OECD

When Farah Khan spent Rs 7 crore for a song with Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in Iceland, creating Bollywood’s mo - India.ComWhen Farah Khan spent Rs 7 crore for a song with Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in Iceland, creating Bollywood’s mo  India.Com

Did Iceland Cricket just troll Pakistan? ‘Underdog’ remark before Pakistan vs Oman Asia Cup 2025 clash goes viral - sportingnews.comDid Iceland Cricket just troll Pakistan? ‘Underdog’ remark before Pakistan vs Oman Asia Cup 2025 clash goes viral  sportingnews.com

Farah reveals 'Dilwale's 'Gerua' cost ?7cr to shoot in Iceland - NewsBytesFarah reveals 'Dilwale's 'Gerua' cost ?7cr to shoot in Iceland  NewsBytes

Iceland Foods makes decisions at the speed of business with Microsoft Fabric and RTI | Microsoft Customer Stories - MicrosoftIceland Foods makes decisions at the speed of business with Microsoft Fabric and RTI | Microsoft Customer Stories  Microsoft

Earth from Space: Cloud-free Iceland - European Space AgencyEarth from Space: Cloud-free Iceland  European Space Agency

Iceland Cricket names Rishabh Pant, Iyer, Kishan in its IPL 2025 ‘scammers XI’ - Telegraph IndiaIceland Cricket names Rishabh Pant, Iyer, Kishan in its IPL 2025 ‘scammers XI’  Telegraph India

Twelfth volcanic eruption in four years felt in Iceland near capital - Al JazeeraTwelfth volcanic eruption in four years felt in Iceland near capital  Al Jazeera

Welcome to Reykjavik: A Look Inside Iceland’s First Starbucks - StarbucksWelcome to Reykjavik: A Look Inside Iceland’s First Starbucks  Starbucks

Creative Europe Co-sponsors the Icelandic Basque Centre in Djúpavík - EEASCreative Europe Co-sponsors the Icelandic Basque Centre in Djúpavík  EEAS

Iceland, Turkey, and UK Join Forces to Redefine Luxury Travel as Noctourism, Farm Stays, and Digital Detox Take Over - Travel And Tour WorldIceland, Turkey, and UK Join Forces to Redefine Luxury Travel as Noctourism, Farm Stays, and Digital Detox Take Over  Travel And Tour World

News: NATO Secretary General welcomes Icelandic Prime Minister to NATO Headquarters, 28-May.-2025 - NATO - HomepageNews: NATO Secretary General welcomes Icelandic Prime Minister to NATO Headquarters, 28-May.-2025  NATO - Homepage

Bergþóra’s story: how Iceland transformed youth alcohol consumption - World Health Organization (WHO)Bergþóra’s story: how Iceland transformed youth alcohol consumption  World Health Organization (WHO)

Iceland’s Leading Chef, Gísli Matt, Unveils Revolutionary Farm-to-Table Dining - Breaking Travel NewsIceland’s Leading Chef, Gísli Matt, Unveils Revolutionary Farm-to-Table Dining  Breaking Travel News

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Photo gallery: The Prime Minister of Iceland visits NATO, 28-May.-2025 - NATO - HomepagePhoto gallery: The Prime Minister of Iceland visits NATO, 28-May.-2025  NATO - Homepage

How This Iceland Wedding Proved Love Can Be Carbon-Neutral, Vegan, and Totally Gorgeous - VegNews.comHow This Iceland Wedding Proved Love Can Be Carbon-Neutral, Vegan, and Totally Gorgeous  VegNews.com

Mayor Cantrell seeks court approval for Iceland family vacation amid legal battles - WWLTV.comMayor Cantrell seeks court approval for Iceland family vacation amid legal battles  WWLTV.com

Demographic drivers and their investment opportunities - UBSDemographic drivers and their investment opportunities  UBS

Winter Olympic 2026: Gunnarsdottir and Piazza’s fearless lifts spark Iceland’s pairs Olympic Figure Skating rise - eticketing.coWinter Olympic 2026: Gunnarsdottir and Piazza’s fearless lifts spark Iceland’s pairs Olympic Figure Skating rise  eticketing.co

Iceland's Chamber of Commerce urges oil exploration - RÚV.isIceland's Chamber of Commerce urges oil exploration  RÚV.is

Climate change drives record-breaking heat in Iceland and Greenland challenging cold adapted ecosystems and societies - World Weather AttributionClimate change drives record-breaking heat in Iceland and Greenland challenging cold adapted ecosystems and societies  World Weather Attribution

Ross Edgley Swims 1,000 Miles around Iceland - SwimSwamRoss Edgley Swims 1,000 Miles around Iceland  SwimSwam

Prime Minister to receive Iceland’s President - Government.sePrime Minister to receive Iceland’s President  Government.se

Former Iceland PM backs stronger India-Nordic ‘partnerships’, says ‘Greenland not for sale’ - ThePrintFormer Iceland PM backs stronger India-Nordic ‘partnerships’, says ‘Greenland not for sale’  ThePrint

OECD Economic Survey of Iceland launches Thursday 26 June 2025 - OECDOECD Economic Survey of Iceland launches Thursday 26 June 2025  OECD

Hannah Kent’s new memoir is a love letter to Iceland and an ‘enthralling’ murderer - The ConversationHannah Kent’s new memoir is a love letter to Iceland and an ‘enthralling’ murderer  The Conversation

Onset of strong Iceland-Scotland overflow water 3.6 million years ago - NatureOnset of strong Iceland-Scotland overflow water 3.6 million years ago  Nature

Spain overtakes Messi’s Argentina to lead FIFA rankings for first time since 2014 - Fox 59Spain overtakes Messi’s Argentina to lead FIFA rankings for first time since 2014  Fox 59

Why US and UK Tourists are Flocking to Norway, Iceland, Denmark, Finland, Sweden: The Coolcation Revolution You Can’t Miss - Travel And Tour WorldWhy US and UK Tourists are Flocking to Norway, Iceland, Denmark, Finland, Sweden: The Coolcation Revolution You Can’t Miss  Travel And Tour World

Glaciers and geopolitics: Why Iceland matters for European security - European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)Glaciers and geopolitics: Why Iceland matters for European security  European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

'I ate nothing but £1 Iceland ready meals for a week and was floored by change in body' - Devon Live'I ate nothing but £1 Iceland ready meals for a week and was floored by change in body'  Devon Live

President von der Leyen visits Iceland and announces launch of talks on Security and Defence Partnership - European CommissionPresident von der Leyen visits Iceland and announces launch of talks on Security and Defence Partnership  European Commission

Whitefish prices continue to rise in Iceland during early weeks of new season - Undercurrent NewsWhitefish prices continue to rise in Iceland during early weeks of new season  Undercurrent News

Want to get away from it all? Here are 6 amazing places without Wi-Fi. - National GeographicWant to get away from it all? Here are 6 amazing places without Wi-Fi.  National Geographic

Spring Heat Wave in Iceland - NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)Spring Heat Wave in Iceland  NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)

More Than 82,000 Foreign Citizens Now Registered in Iceland - Iceland ReviewMore Than 82,000 Foreign Citizens Now Registered in Iceland  Iceland Review

'I ate nothing but £1 Iceland meals for a week and saw one surprising benefit' - The Mirror'I ate nothing but £1 Iceland meals for a week and saw one surprising benefit'  The Mirror

Iceland Minister Quits After Confessing To Having A Child With Teenage Boy - NDTVIceland Minister Quits After Confessing To Having A Child With Teenage Boy  NDTV

Iceland Lagging Behind on Marine Protection, Experts Warn - Iceland ReviewIceland Lagging Behind on Marine Protection, Experts Warn  Iceland Review

Volcano erupts in Iceland spewing lava from the ground - BBCVolcano erupts in Iceland spewing lava from the ground  BBC

France vs Iceland: UEFA World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head - BBCFrance vs Iceland: UEFA World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head  BBC

Icelanders Favour Electric Vehicles in 2025, Latest Figures Show - Iceland ReviewIcelanders Favour Electric Vehicles in 2025, Latest Figures Show  Iceland Review

2025 Press Releases - Iceland donates an additional CHF 200,000 to WTO Fish Fund - Press/972 - World Trade Organization2025 Press Releases - Iceland donates an additional CHF 200,000 to WTO Fish Fund - Press/972  World Trade Organization

Iceland Cricket never fails to dominate social media ?? - MSNIceland Cricket never fails to dominate social media ??  MSN

Boil Water Advisory Lifted in Stöðvarfjörður - Iceland ReviewBoil Water Advisory Lifted in Stöðvarfjörður  Iceland Review

Mayor Cantrell wants to go to Iceland on vacation - AxiosMayor Cantrell wants to go to Iceland on vacation  Axios

Iceland supermarket offering £1 reward for reporting shoplifters - BBCIceland supermarket offering £1 reward for reporting shoplifters  BBC

Iceland’s National Day - The Program has been announced - Nordic CircleIceland’s National Day - The Program has been announced  Nordic Circle

Iceland travel - Lonely PlanetIceland travel  Lonely Planet

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell requests permission to travel to Iceland amid travel restrictions - yahoo.comNew Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell requests permission to travel to Iceland amid travel restrictions  yahoo.com

Iceland's Raw Beauty is Captured in a New Assouline Book - Condé Nast TravelerIceland's Raw Beauty is Captured in a New Assouline Book  Condé Nast Traveler

How energy drink Orka grew sales in Iceland with varieties created around subcultures - Ad AgeHow energy drink Orka grew sales in Iceland with varieties created around subcultures  Ad Age

Watch: Iceland volcano spews lava and smoke after erupting - BBCWatch: Iceland volcano spews lava and smoke after erupting  BBC

Iceland is calling: Alaska Airlines launches new route to Reykjavík and unveils elevated comfort and care across 737 fleet - Alaska AirlinesIceland is calling: Alaska Airlines launches new route to Reykjavík and unveils elevated comfort and care across 737 fleet  Alaska Airlines

From Iceland — Last Words: What Is The State Of Politics In Iceland In 2025? - The Reykjavik GrapevineFrom Iceland — Last Words: What Is The State Of Politics In Iceland In 2025?  The Reykjavik Grapevine

I'm a psychology expert in Iceland, one of the world's happiest countries—our No. 1 secret is this 'ancient' mindset - CNBCI'm a psychology expert in Iceland, one of the world's happiest countries—our No. 1 secret is this 'ancient' mindset  CNBC

Visiting The Sky Lagoon In Iceland Awakens The Primal - ForbesVisiting The Sky Lagoon In Iceland Awakens The Primal  Forbes

South Iceland Forests Record Exceptional Growth This Summer - Iceland ReviewSouth Iceland Forests Record Exceptional Growth This Summer  Iceland Review

Mayor LaToya Cantrell asks federal judge for permission to travel to Iceland - fox8live.comMayor LaToya Cantrell asks federal judge for permission to travel to Iceland  fox8live.com

Mayor Cantrell seeks court approval for Iceland family vacation amid legal battles - WWLTV.comMayor Cantrell seeks court approval for Iceland family vacation amid legal battles  WWLTV.com

Iceland has no armed forces, but that could change - The EconomistIceland has no armed forces, but that could change  The Economist

I'm raising my children in Iceland - they have freedom and cycle to school alone - The i PaperI'm raising my children in Iceland - they have freedom and cycle to school alone  The i Paper

Why Icelanders are happier than ever - BBCWhy Icelanders are happier than ever  BBC

Canada Joins US, Costa Rica, Iceland, Thailand, Slovenia in Becoming Popular Destinations for UK Tourists as Spain, Greece and Portugal are Now Overcrowded - Travel And Tour WorldCanada Joins US, Costa Rica, Iceland, Thailand, Slovenia in Becoming Popular Destinations for UK Tourists as Spain, Greece and Portugal are Now Overcrowded  Travel And Tour World

After visiting 2 of Iceland's famous lagoons, there's only one I'd return to on future trips - Business InsiderAfter visiting 2 of Iceland's famous lagoons, there's only one I'd return to on future trips  Business Insider

Nature in Motion – Iceland from Above in 4K - MSNNature in Motion – Iceland from Above in 4K  MSN

From Iceland — On Icelandic Restaurants: Truth That’s Hard To Stomach - The Reykjavik GrapevineFrom Iceland — On Icelandic Restaurants: Truth That’s Hard To Stomach  The Reykjavik Grapevine

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