The Falklands consists of continental crust fragments resulting from the break-up of Gondwana and the opening of the South Atlantic that began 130 million years ago.

Dec 13, 2025 · The English captain John Strong made the first recorded landing in the Falklands, in 1690, and named the sound between the two main islands after Viscount Falkland, a British …

Visitors can reach the Falklands by air or by sea and there are many international and Falklands-based tour operators who can create a memorable trip for you. Or you can make plans to …

Life in the Falklands can be divided between living in Stanley or living in camp, i.e. anywhere outside the capital. The two main islands of the territory are East Falkland and West Falkland, …

Wildlife Galore: Penguins, seals, and a myriad of seabirds call the Falklands home. Rich History: From early explorations to the Falklands War, the islands boast a storied past. Outdoor …

Dec 9, 2025 · Understand the pivotal Falklands War of 1982 and its lasting impact. Explore monuments, museums, and learn about the courageous spirit of the Falkland Islanders.

Our history The Falkland Islands derive their name from Falkland Sound, the name given to the waterway between East and West Falkland by Captain John Strong, who spent several days …

Jun 3, 2025 · The Falklands boast stunning beaches, many of which are isolated and pristine. Volunteer Point has beautiful white sands and is famous for its king penguin colonies.

In pursuit of this claim in 1982, the islands were invaded by Argentina, precipitating the two-month-long undeclared Falklands War between Argentina and the United Kingdom, which …

The Falkland Islands, commonly referred to as The Falklands, is an archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean on the Patagonian Shelf. The principal islands are ab...