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INTRODUCTION
Travel beyond the seamless horizons of Falkland island which is a native to white sand beaches, colorful houses, magnificent cathedrals and colonial architecture. The place is even referred to as the Malvinas , which are known for having a self-governing structure of Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom .
LOCATION OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
Falkland Islands is nestled within the South Atlantic Ocean. The place is adjacent to the South America's coastal region with South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands lying towards the western end and the Elephant Island popularly known as Antartica lying towards the northern end.
PHYSICAL MAP OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
Falkland islands are constituted with two major islands placed within the northeastern part of the Cape Horn, which includes:
Some of these minor islands located here are Barren Island, Beaver Island, Bleaker Island, Carcass Island, George Island, Keppel Island, Lively Island, and much more.
The northern part of the East Falkland is comprised with serrated rocks and boulder runs, while the southern region of Goose Green is comparatively flatter covered with white grass.
One can sight curved mountains with limited rock runs at the West Falklands.
Majority of the overall area in this island is alienated by Falkland Sound where Stanley, the capital city is placed within the East Falkland. The islands are covered with mountain ranges ascending at Mount Usborne within East Falkland. Get to see the marshy plains covering about southern half along the Lafonia region, which is within the East Falkland region.
The three major mountain ranges within the area are:
• Wickham Heights on East Falkland, and
• Mount Adam
• Hornby Mountains on West Falkland.
FLAG OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
The flag of Falkland Islands was officially accepted in 1948. The flag is designed with a UK flag that is placed in the upper side from the hoist end while the coat of arms is placed near the outer side of the flag, which displays the sheep industry, which is considered as the major industry within the region. The coats of arms also carry the symbolic ship (the Desire). The crew of this ship had actually discovered this island. Last but not the least, the motto that carry the message "Desire The Right" is inscribed below in this coat of arms.
CLIMATE OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
The climatic condition of Falkland Island is affected with oceanic weather circumstances. The place is affected with strong westerly winds in major portion of the region. The southeastern region is conditioned with frequent rain while the western part receives a minor portion of the down pouring. January and February are the months when snow generally occurs thereby making the weather cool enough. November and March are the best month to visit this destination. The summer is usually windy and dry accompanied with strong winds. Don't forget to carry your sunglasses while travelling here during the summer months.
FLORA AND FAUNA OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
The scenic beauty along with the presence of flora and fauna captures your sight while travelling here.
One can sight beautiful native penguins along with black-browed Albatross. The native birds that are found here are the Striated Caracara, Southern Giant Petrel, Red-backed Buzzard, Turkey Vulture, Rock Cormorant, King Cormorant, Black-crowned Night Heron, Patagonian Crested Duck, Silvery Grebe and much more. Among the rare species found here do capture the sight of the Striated Caracara ( Johnny Rook ) that can be seen here.
The place is a home to species like Porpoises, wales and dolphins. The place is even called as island of Penguins where different species of penguines thrive like the King, Gentoo, Rockhopper, Magellanic and Macaroni Penguins.
Among the native flora one should not forget to see the tussock, a tall grass of about 2 metres.
Giant petrels, magellanic penguins, straited caracara, turkey vulture, ducks and geese find their cozy habitat within this region.
PEOPLE OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
The population of Falkland Islands is constituted mainly with descents from the Scottish regions and from the British area. A minor population is affected with Chilean origin while others from the Saint Helena. The local natives are called as Islanders but those who belong from outside are known as Kelpers.
The thriving religion in this area is Christianity with several denominations like Church of England, Roman Catholicism, United Free Church, Evangelist Church, Jehovah's Witnesses, Lutheranism, and Seventh-day Adventism.
The people consider it an offense if they are called as Malvinas. As this name has a connection with the Military invasion by Argentina within this island.
ARTS, CULTURE AND MUSIC OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
The culture of Falkland is influenced from mainly from the British regions. The place derived its family name like Felton, Biggs and Watson from the primitive residents residing in Stanley during the time of 1840. Anywhere outside the boundary region of Stanley is known as Camp. Camp means the scenic countryside within the region. It still upkeeps its cattle rearing tradition. The place is known for its native music where people indulge in dancing and singing during any particular celebration.
ECONOMY OF FALKLAND ISLANDS
The economic growth of Falkland Island depends on Sheep farming that brings along strong revenue income within the country. The superior quality wool exported to United Kingdom has played a major role in the country's revenue income. Fishing and Tourism industry has also contributed a share in the development of economy within the country. People visit this destination, which boasts of wildlife conservation, flora and fauna, golfing grounds, battlefields and wreck diving.
Government is making constant effort to find out the large oil reserves in association with Argentina in the country.
The Falkland Islands is known for minting their native coins, issuing stamps for overseas collectors those who are interested in purchasing it.
