The Falkland Islands' capital is Stanley on East Falkland. Controversy exists over the Falklands' discovery and subsequent colonisation by Europeans. At various times, the islands have had French, British, Spanish, and Argentine settlements. Britain reasserted its rule in 1833, although Argentina maintains its claim to the islands. read more
Located in the continent of South America, Falkland Islands covers 12,173 square kilometers of land, making it the 167th largest nation in terms of land area. The Falkland Islands [Malvinas] is a dependant territory of The United Kingdom. read more