Located in the south atlantic ocean, the falkland islands are a breathtaking blend of rugged landscapes, abundant wildlife, and fascinating history. Islas malvinas) are a group of islands in the south atlantic ocean, off the coast of south america. 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).
They are an overseas territory of the united kingdom. Under the british nationality (falkland islands) act 1983, falkland islanders are british citizens. With hostilities ended and argentine forces withdrawn, uk administration resumed.
The falkland islands comprise two main islands, east falkland and west falkland (in spanish isla gran malvina and isla soledad respectevely) and about 700 small islands. Falkland islands have no administrative divisions. It lies about 300 miles northeast of the southern tip of south america and a similar distance east of the strait of magellan. 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.
The british responded with an expeditionary force that landed seven weeks later and after fierce fighting forced an argentine surrender on 14 june 1982. Escape on the ultimate island adventure! The falklands, located approximately 185 miles (480 kilometers) east of argentina, consist of two main islands, east falkland and west falkland, and over two hundred smaller islets.