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Greenland // Kalaallit Nunaat, the world’s largest island, is a vast and sparsely populated territory. Part of the continent of North America, has been politically associated with Europe (specifically Denmark) since the 18th century. Greenland has its own parliament and government, managing most internal affairs, but Denmark retains control over defense, foreign policy, and currency. // Groenlandia // Kalaallit Nunaat, la isla más grande del mundo, es un territorio vasto y escasamente poblado. Forma parte del continente norteamericano y ha estado políticamente asociada con Europa (específicamente con Dinamarca) desde el siglo XVIII. Groenlandia tiene su propio parlamento y gobierno, y se encarga de la mayoría de los asuntos internos, pero Dinamarca conserva el control sobre la defensa, la política exterior y la moneda.
Google Maps
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Headlines
Greenland issues ‘strong warning’ as Trump-linked oil firm prepares to drill – Guardian
Trump steps back from the brink on Greenland. But the damage has been done.
As Greenland prepares for tourism increase, a moment of stillness among the icebergs – NPR
Greenland election to be closely watched by the world – DW
Greenland ice melt kicks into high gear
Greenland could lose more ice this century than it has in 12,000 years
Climate change: ‘Unprecedented’ ice loss as Greenland breaks record
The Bittersweet Bounty Of Greenland’s First Spring
Greenland is melting away
But What About Greenland?
2013: Greenland mega-canyon – University of Bristol
pick-of-the-pictures
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Envisat
Recommended Listening
What do Greenlanders really think of Trump’s offer to buy the icy island? – Late Night Live – From Erik the Red, to the battle for independence. Rachael Lorna Johnstone, Professor of Law at the University of Greenland, explores the complicated and fascinating history of Greenland.
Parks
The National Park is the world’s largest and most northerly nature reserve.
Indigenous Cultures
IWGIA – International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs
Tourism Portals
visitgreenland.com
big-arctic-five
Elsewhere on the Web
Greenland Self-Government Act – Policies – IEA
Photos
Wikipedia
Greenland
History of Greenland
Greenland National Day (June 21)
Danmarkshavn
Kalaallit
Cities
Planeta.com