Falkland Islands - Wikipedia Under the British Nationality (Falkland Islands) Act 1983, Falkland Islanders are British citizens The islands lie at the boundary of the subantarctic oceanic and tundra climate zones, and both major islands have mountain ranges reaching 2,300 ft (700 m)
Falkland Islands | History, Map, Capital, Population, Facts | Britannica Falkland Islands, internally self-governing overseas territory of the United Kingdom in the South Atlantic Ocean It lies about 300 miles northeast of the southern tip of South America and a similar distance east of the Strait of Magellan The capital and major town is Stanley, on East Falkland
Visit The Falkland Islands | Falklands Escape on the Ultimate Island Adventure! Welcome to the Falkland Islands - an incredible archipelago of stunning white sand beaches, seas of beautiful blues and sparkling aquamarines, rocky crags and untouched landscapes
An essential guide to the Falkland Islands - Lonely Planet Even though the Falkland Islands – one of the UK’s southernmost overseas territories – briefly came to global prominence in 1982 after its sovereignty was contested by Argentina, they aren’t on the radar for most travelers
Visit Falkland Islands Falkland Islands travel guide: flights, cruises, holidays, history, penguins, and tips for exploring or moving to the British South Atlantic islands
Welcome to the Falkland Islands Government Explore the Falkland Islands Government's official portal—your guide to services, information, and news in this unique British Overseas Territory
Falkland Islands: Wildlife and History Await Located in the South Atlantic Ocean, the Falkland Islands are a breathtaking blend of rugged landscapes, abundant wildlife, and fascinating history With two main islands, East Falkland and West Falkland, and over 700 smaller islands, the archipelago is a haven for adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike
Our history - Falkland Islands Government On 6 October 1832, an Argentine military garrison arrived in an attempt to establish sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, disregarding the British claim of 67 years prior
History of the Falkland Islands - Wikipedia An attempt made by Argentina to establish a penal colony in 1832 failed due to a mutiny In 1833, the British returned to the Falkland Islands Argentina invaded the islands on 2 April 1982 The British responded with an expeditionary force that forced the Argentines to surrender
Falkland Islands Travel Guide - Wanderlust An archipelago of more than 740 islands just 480km east of Patagonia, the Falkland Islands are a natural paradise in the South Atlantic Ocean Half the size of Wales, the islands boast white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters and an abundance of native and migratory wildlife with over 227 species of bird and 14 species of marine mammal