From Greenland to Great Britain, 10 largest islandsin the world
Greenland Greenland is the largest island in the world with an area of 2,166,086 square kilometres. It is known for its vast ice sheet and Arctic climate.
New Guinea New Guinea, the world’s second-largest island, boasts rich biodiversity, and unique cultures, and is shared by Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.
Borneo Borneo, the third-largest island, is known for lush rainforests, unique wildlife like orangutans and its three-country division. It spreads across Indonesia (73 per cent), Malaysia (26 per cent) and Brunei (1 per cent)
Madagascar With an area of 587,041 square kilometres, Madagascar is the world’s fourth-largest island. It is renowned for its unique biodiversity. It is home to lemurs, baobab trees and ecosystems found nowhere else on Earth.
Baffin Island Baffin Island, the world’s fifth largest and Canada’s largest island, features Arctic landscapes along with rugged coastlines. It serves as a hub for Inuit culture.
SumatraWith an area of 473,481 square kilometres, Sumatra is the sixth largest island in the world. This Indonesian territory is famous for its lush rainforests, diverse wildlife, volcanoes and vibrant cultural heritage.
HonshuThe seventh largest island in the world, Japan’s Honshu is home to major cities like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. It is rich in culture, history and natural beauty along with being part of the country’s economic hub.
Victoria Island Victoria Island, in Canada’s Arctic Archipelago, is the world’s eighth-largest island. It’s known for its rugged landscapes, cold climate and unique wildlife, including muskoxen and Arctic foxes.
Great BritainGreat Britain, the largest island in Europe, comprises England, Scotland and Wales. It is home to landmarks like Big Ben, Edinburgh Castle, and Snowdonia.
Ellesmere Island
Canada’s northernmost island, Ellesmere Island, features icy landscapes, rugged mountains and glaciers. Part of Nunavut, it boasts Arctic wildlife and Quttinirpaaq National Park.