Up until a couple of decades ago the Falklands Isles were virtually
unheard of. Then came the bitter dispute between the UK and Argentina
and the islands were well and truly on the map.
Travel Insurance for the Falkland Islands:
Area: Worldwide exc. USA / Canada *
Know Before You Go:
FCO Country Advice for the Falkland Islands
Not many people travel there – the isles are hardly a
holiday destination, but a few hardy soles have sought to venture
out there. Other than penguins, the islands principal inhabitants,
the Falklands have a lot of sheep and a human population of around
two thousand.
The capital of Stanley is where most people start their journey.
A Cathedral and Government House are said to be high up on the
list of attractions and together with the islands wrecks of rotting
ships that’s about it when it comes to historic buildings
and the like.
What people really come here for is the nature. Following in
the footsteps of Charles Darwin, you can decide to explore the
islands yourself but this is only really for the seasoned adventurer.
Better to take one of the organized tours or guided cross country
expeditions to discover what the islands truly have to offer.
The Tourist Board’s web site has all the details. |
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