Iceland is an island nation located in the west of Northern Europe in the North Atlantic Ocean. Washed by the Arctic Ocean. The territory of the state consists of the island of Iceland and small islands.
The capital and largest city of Iceland is Reykjavik. The largest city in the country, financial, cultural and business center.
The head of state is the president. The country is a member of NATO and a member of the Schengen Agreement. The country exports fish and fish products, industrial products.
Climate. The climate of Iceland is maritime, moderately cool, with strong winds, and humid. Thanks to the Gulf Stream, it's not so cold here. Summer is cool. July and August are the warmest months. The temperature in Reykjavik is +20°C Dark time lasts from mid-November to the end of January, but there is no polar night.
Number. Estimated population for 2022 is 344,949.
Language. The only official language of Iceland is Icelandic. The locals, including children, speak good English. All schools teach two languages.
Despite the name and the presence of glaciers, Iceland is not an arctic country. Refers to industrialized countries. The birth rate has always been higher than the number of deaths. The level of migration out of the country is very low. Many students choose to study in other countries such as the UK or Norway, but they almost always return to their home country.
Medicine in the country is not free, but affordable. Iceland is a country with a high standard of living and a literate population.
Education is considered one of the best and most accessible in the EU, which meets world standards. The strongest energy programs. Since the electricity in the country is almost entirely produced from renewable sources, the country is a world leader in this direction.
Iceland is considered one of the best Scandinavian countries for immigration. After the 2008 crisis, the Icelandic economy has fully recovered and is getting stronger every year.
Iceland is a small country with low unemployment and crime rates. Stable and well-maintained. She will find something to surprise. Northern lights, glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, thermal springs, fjords, volcanoes - all this can be seen with your own eyes and live in unity with nature and with yourself.
