============================== ICELAND ============================== Iceland is a large island situated in the North Atlantic Ocean, just south of the Arctic Circle. The island has over 100 volcanoes, at least one of which erupts every five years. One-ninth of the country is covered with ice and snowfields, and there are about seven hundred hot springs, which are an important source of central heating. The climate is cool temperate. Only 1% of the land is cultivated. The island's economy is based on its sea- fishing industry, which accounts for 70% of exports. Area (Sq. Km): 103,053 Population: 250,000 Capital: Reykjavik Language: Icelandic Religion: Evangelical Lutheran 95% Government Type: Constitutional republic Currency: Icelandic krona Embassy: 1 Eaton Terrace London SW1W 5EY 0171-730-5131 «»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«» Foreign Office Advice: Normal care and precautions should be taken. For more information ring: Foreign Office Travel Unit 0171-270-4129