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Description
First explored and named by Erik the Red (982-985), this isolated land was initially settled by hardy souls from the nearby island of Iceland. Later, his son, Leif Erickson, returns to Greenland from Norway, and development continues.
Subsequently claimed by Denmark in 1380, Greenland is nevertheless geographically considered part of the North American continent, and is the world's largest (non-continent) island, with approximately 85% of it covered by ice.
A note regarding Greenland... It voted in favor of increased self-rule in November 2008 and acquired complete responsibility for internal affairs in June 2009. Denmark, however, continues to exercise control of Greenland's foreign affairs, security, and financial policy in consultation with Greenland's Home Rule Government.
So, Greenland is still considered a part of Denmark, and not recognized as an official independent country. In fact, it's a constituent country; a country that remains a part of another entity, such as a sovereign state. In this case, the country of Denmark
Read more about Greenland, and its fascinating history here!
Facts and Figures  Official Name Greenland
Capital City Godthab (Nuuk)
Population 57,564 (July 2007 est.)
Largest Cities N.A.
Languages Greenlandic (East Inuit), Danish, English Latitude/Longitude 72º N, 40º W
Official Currency Danish Krone
(the latest conversion rates) here! Religions Evangelical Luthern
Flag and description here!
Land Land Area 2,166,086 sq km (839,999 sq miles)
Landforms The coastline is rugged, mountainous and barren. The land then rises to a sloping icecap that covers most of the island.
Highest Point Mt. Gunnbjorn 3,700 m (12,139 ft)
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Maps
 Larger (black & white) map here!
Larger (color) map here!
North American Continent (printable) here!
North American Outline Map here!
Greenland Outline Map here!
Greenland Map CIA version here!
Greenland Map at UT here!
Recommended Links Greenland (Complete) information on the (GDP) economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation, and much more here!
Greenland travel site
here!
Greenland Guide here!
Time and Weather 
Climate
Conditions range from subarctic to arctic, with cool summers and very cold winters
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