Falkland Islands - Wikipedia The Falkland Islands ( ˈfɔː (l) klənd, ˈfɒlk - ; [6] Spanish: Islas Malvinas [ˈislas malˈβinas]), commonly referred to as The Falklands, is an archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean on the Patagonian Shelf
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 The Falkland Islands archipelago is made up of more than 700 islands and has a hugely varied coastline from rugged coastal cliffs to miles and miles of undisturbed, white sandy beaches Some of the islands are habited and many welcome day and overnight visitors
An essential guide to the Falkland Islands - Lonely Planet Visitors will find deserted, pristine beaches of sugary-white sand lapped by cold cerulean waters, with black-and-white Commerson’s dolphins playing in the surf; bleakly beautiful, treeless landscapes; shipwreck and plane wreck sites; and elephant seal colonies
Falkland Islands Maps Facts - World Atlas Falkland Islands are an archipelago and an overseas territory of the United Kingdom located to the southwest Atlantic Ocean at the southern-most point of South America The islands are positioned both in the southern and western hemispheres of the Earth
Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) - The World Factbook Visit the Definitions and Notes page to view a description of each topic The Falkland Islands adopted its coat of arms in 1948 The shield highlights the national symbol, the ram, which represents the country’s agricultural industry and stands on native tussock grass
Discover the Falkland Islands – Travel Guide Outdoor Adventures . . . Welcome to The Falkland Islands, a breathtaking South Atlantic Ocean archipelago filled with natural wonders and incredible wildlife Picture rugged coastlines, pristine beaches, and a world alive with penguins, albatrosses, seals, and dolphins
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
Falkland Islands - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The Falklands became a British Dependent Territory in 1981 This followed the British Nationality Act 1981 In 1983 the Falkland Islanders were granted British citizenship On 18 April 1985 the Falkland Islands Constitution Order 1985 came into force which increased the number of elected members of the Legislative Council to eight It guaranteed the Falkland Islanders' rights and constitutional