Iceland Current Local Time; Date, time zone, and time difference

Iceland Related information

Capital: Reykjavík

City English Name: Reykjavik

Country: Iceland

Country English Name: Iceland

Province: N/A (Iceland is a unitary state without provinces)

Province English Name: N/A

Country Area Code: +354

Longitude and Latitude: 64.825° N, 20.444° W

Currency: Icelandic króna (ISK)

Language: Icelandic

IANA Time Zone: Atlantic/Reykjavik

Standard Time Zone: UTC+0

Daylight Saving Time: UTC+1

Introduction:

Iceland is a Nordic island nation situated in the North Atlantic Ocean. Its capital and largest city is Reykjavík. With a population of just over 366,000, it is the most sparsely populated country in Europe. Iceland is renowned for its dramatic natural landscapes, including geysers, waterfalls, volcanoes, and glaciers. The country is also known for its geothermal energy, renewable energy, and sustainable practices.

Iceland's history dates back to the 9th century when Norse settlers arrived from Norway. In the 10th and 11th centuries, Iceland became a thriving center of culture and learning, with the establishment of the Alþingi, one of the world's oldest still-functioning parliaments. Iceland was later united with Norway and Denmark, but in 1944 it gained full independence.

Today, Iceland is a modern and prosperous nation with a high standard of living. It is known for its social welfare system, environmental protection, and gender equality. Iceland is a member of the United Nations, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and the European Economic Area (EEA).