Falkland Islands
The Falklands
archipelago is full of wonders of wildlife and nature; experience personal
encounters with penguins and pinnipeds or the beauty of delicate flowers
Location&history
The Falkland
Islands are situated in the South
Atlantic, some 400 miles (483 km) from the South American
mainland
The
Falklands are a group of islands, They belong to the United Kingdom but the
Falkland Islands have been a problem of conflict between Argentina and Great
Britain over the centuries, lead to a war between the two countries in 1982
Description
The Falklands
archipelago consists of two main islands, East and West
Falkland with smaller islands scattered around the
shores, creating a traveller's paradise. Each destination has something special
and unique to offer, from the smallest settlement on a remote isle to Stanley, the
south-most capital city in the World, characterised by colourful buildings and
features of its British heritage, red telephone boxes, post boxes and public
houses.
People
make places; there is a warm welcome everywhere
. Discover the traditional hospitality of the "Camp" - all
areas outside Stanley - and
the friendliness evident in the small capital where everyone seems to know
everyone else.
Weather
and Climate
Weather
conditions are similar to the United
Kingdom, with many hours of sunshine
and minimal rainfall in natural . Generally winters are mild with several light snow and summers are
slightly cooler than in Britain.
Temperatures range from -5°C to 25°C. The islands are relatively sunlit in
summer, with everyday hours of sunshine similar to England's
southern seaboard area, Generally there
is wetter at the east than the
west of the islands.
Cultural
Background
Cultural
Background The Falkland Islands have a rich history embracing marine trade,
predicatory links, Darwinian detection and participation at two world wars.
Memorials and mentions of the 1982 struggle feature remarkable, but there is
many more to find out the heritage of the Island. Links
for whaleman, pathfinders and South American indigenous people have helped to
form the culture, as well the
naturalistic environment of Falklands today.
From scorbutic to features geological,
historical...
Natural
Environment
The Falklands
environment is very much a natural paradise with tiny settlements nestling in
many miles of open spaces, subdued but spectacular hues, fascinating rivers of
rock, seas of brilliant aqua greens and silvery blues. Wildlife is free to
roam; many species have chosen the Islands as
their home. Discover the special feeling when a penguin comes close, stops,
takes a good look and then continues on its way; watch nature in the raw as a
whale takes a penguin as prey; marvel at the delicate beauty of endemic
flowers.
Photographers,
bird watchers, nature enthusiasts, specialists, ramblers or visitors simply
looking for something off-the-beaten-track will enjoy viewing nature at its
best in the Islands.. all
inclusive vocation The environment natural contain fossils, unusual geological
features known as "stone runs” and minerals including the distinctive
Falkland scree, charming half-invaluable stones discovered on some northern
beaches.
Places
to visit
all
inclusive vocation The colourful buildings, fantastic landscapes from beginning
sunrise to sunset, little settlement nestling in open areas , bright manner of
penguins, calm basking of pelt sealing among the tussock herb, fight between
masculine elephants seal, restful swim of sea ebony, jovial hopping of tiny
birds and the delicate beauty of Falklands flowers
are fantastic Falklands
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