Iceland

• 2 million tourists each year
• The main attractions are Blue Lagoon and Gulfoss a 32m waterfall
• The soil is fertile due to volcanic eruptions
• Livestock and farming is a popular practice
• Sulphur is mined and used for fertiliser and medicine
• Volcanic rocks are used for construction of roads and buildings
• 25% of the country’s electricity comes from geothermal energy
• Hot water from the earth’s crust provides heat for 90% of buildings