Iceland

Iceland is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its dramatic landscapes with volcanoes, geysers, hot springs, and lava fields. The capital and largest city is Reykjavik. Iceland is famous for its strong sense of Viking history and a unique form of parliamentary democracy that goes back to the Old Commonwealth period. The country maintains a mixed economy with high levels of free trade and government intervention, and it ranks high in economic, political, and social stability, as well as health care, education, and internet freedom.