Islas malvinas [ˈislas malˈβinas]), commonly referred to as the falklands, is an archipelago in the south atlantic ocean on the patagonian shelf. With two main islands, east falkland and west falkland, and over 700 smaller islands, the archipelago is a haven for adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike. It lies about 300 miles northeast of the southern tip of south america and a similar distance east of the strait of magellan
The capital and major town is stanley, on east falkland. Located in the south atlantic ocean, the falkland islands are a breathtaking blend of rugged landscapes, abundant wildlife, and fascinating history Escape on the ultimate island adventure
On 6 october 1832, an argentine military garrison arrived in an attempt to establish sovereignty over the falkland islands, disregarding the british claim of 67 years prior. An archipelago of more than 740 islands just 480km east of patagonia, the falkland islands are a natural paradise in the south atlantic ocean Half the size of wales, the islands boast white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters and an abundance of native and migratory wildlife with over 227 species of bird and 14 species of marine mammal. On april 2, 1982, argentina invaded and temporarily occupied the falkland islands and other british territories in the south atlantic (south georgia and the south sandwich islands), a move which successfully diverted public attention from the nation's poor economic performance.
An attempt made by argentina to establish a penal colony in 1832 failed due to a mutiny In 1833, the british returned to the falkland islands Argentina invaded the islands on 2 april 1982 The british responded with an expeditionary force that forced the argentines to surrender.
