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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.

 

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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.

 

Covering a total land area of 12 000 sq. km the Falkland Islands are an isolated and sparsely populated overseas territory of the United Kingdom. Falkland Islands are an archipelago comprising of two large islands - East Falkland and West Falkland as well as 776 smaller islands and islets.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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).