2. Introduction
• Iceland is a Nordic European island
country on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge .The
country has a population of about 320,000
and total area of about 103,000km .The
country is volcanically and geologically
active . Reykjavik , the country’s capital is
home to two-thirds of the country’s
population .

3. Physical Characteristics
• Iceland’s interior mainly consists of a
plateau characterized by sand fields ,
glaciers , and mountains . With the
widespread availability of geothermal
power most homeowners in Iceland pay
little for warm water and heat for there
homes .

4. Cultural Characteristics
• Iceland culture has its roots in Norse
traditions . Many people in Iceland believe
strongly in the existence of elves .Sports
are an important part of Icelandic culture
with Glima , a form of wrestling , being the
most popular . Music there is described as
strongly religious and spiritual ever since it
was modernized in the 19th
century .

5. Customs and Traditions
• In Iceland the people believe in a high
degree of gender equality , meaning they
are willing to put women in high leadership
positions as well as jobs alongside men .
Swimming is a very popular activity in
Iceland . Christmas is celebrated in
Iceland similar to in the United States
except the fact that the children believe in
13 santas .

6. Conclusion
• Iceland is a country with rich tradition and
history . Also it is one of the few places on
earth that lies above sea level upon the
Mid-Atlantic Ridge . Iceland is a country
that is small in size but big in soul because
of the interesting people that live there and
the way they live .

7. Conclusion
• Iceland is a country with rich tradition and
history . Also it is one of the few places on
earth that lies above sea level upon the
Mid-Atlantic Ridge . Iceland is a country
that is small in size but big in soul because
of the interesting people that live there and
the way they live .