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118Here are some fun facts about Iceland:
1. Midnight Sun & Northern Lights: During summer, you can experience nearly 24 hours of daylight, while in the winter, the Northern Lights dance across the sky.
2. Volcanically Active: Iceland is home to around 130 volcanoes, with about 30 of them being active.
3. Hot Springs: The Blue Lagoon is one of the most famous geothermal spas in the world. The country is dotted with many such natural hot springs.
4. Eco-friendly: Nearly 90% of the homes in Iceland are heated with geothermal energy.
5. Language: The Icelandic language remains very close to Old Norse, the language of the Vikings.
6. Inland Deserts: Iceland has large areas of black sand deserts, formed due to volcanic eruptions.
7. No Mosquitoes: Despite its abundant freshwater, Iceland has virtually no mosquitoes.
8. No Forests: Iceland is largely devoid of forests, though there are some small wooded areas and reforestation efforts are ongoing.
9. Elf Belief: Some Icelanders believe in the existence of elves and trolls. Certain construction projects have even been altered to avoid disturbing places thought to be inhabited by these beings.
10. Unique Animals: The Icelandic horse is a unique breed, known for its five gaits. The country also has no native land mammals besides the Arctic fox.
11. No Army: Iceland does not have a standing army. Its defense is overseen by the Icelandic Coast Guard and a treaty with NATO.
12. Last Names: Traditional Icelandic surnames are patronymic, not family names. For example, the son of a man named Jón would have the last name “Jónsson” (Jón’s son).
13. Babies Nap Outside: It’s common in Iceland for babies to nap outdoors in their prams, even during cold weather.
14. Incest Prevention App: Given Iceland’s small population, there’s an app called “ÍslendingaApp” that helps Icelanders see if they’re related before they start dating.
15. Bridge Between Continents: The Leif the Lucky Bridge spans the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. You can literally walk between two continents!
Iceland is a land of unique landscapes, traditions, and stories. Every corner of the country has something interesting to discover.
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