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Vestmann Islands
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The Vestmann Islands are a beautiful volcanic archipelago southwest of Iceland, home to many seabirds (including puffins). The uninhabited island of Surtsey, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is also located here.
Overview of the Vestmann Islands
The Vestmann Islands are a beautiful volcanic archipelago southwest of Iceland, home to many seabirds (including puffins). The uninhabited island of Surtsey, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is also located here.
Key Facts
- Type of place: archipelago.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
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- Number of islands: 18.
- Main island: Heimaey (the only inhabited one).
- Population: 4,264 (2014).
- Area: 16.3 km².
- Highest point: Heimaklettur (283 m) on Heimaey Island.
- Coastline:
- Website: http://www.vestmannaeyjar.is/en/