Elliðaey

Coordinates: 63°27′55″N 20°10′30″W / 63.46528°N 20.17500°W / 63.46528; -20.17500 Elliðaey is the most northeastern of the Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands), an archipelago consisting of fifteen to eighteen islands (and assorted smaller rocks) located south of Iceland.[1] Contrary to an urban legend, it does not belong to the Icelandic singer Björk.[2] The island is 110 acres, making it the third-largest island in the archipelago. The island is not home to much wildlife except for an abundance of puffins. The island is home to one hunting lodge. The permanent population of the island is zero.[3]

Elliðaey is part of the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago off of Iceland’s southern coast. It is the island located furthest to the north-east among the group.

References

  1. ↑ Nuttall, Mark, ed. (2012). "Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands)". Encyclopedia of the Arctic. Routledge. p. 2126. ISBN 9781136786808.
  2. ↑ Casimiro, Steve (July 9, 2013). "Elliðaey Island, Iceland". Adventure Journal. Adventure Journal LLC. Retrieved January 22, 2015.
  3. ↑ "The Truth Behind Iceland's Most Secluded House". Spot Cool Stuff Travel. October 23, 2012. Retrieved August 6, 2016.


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