Suðurlands

Suðurlands was a region in southern Iceland, covering an area of approximately 24,125 square kilometers. It was one of the eight regions into which Iceland was divided for administrative purposes until 2008. The name "Suðurlands" translates to "southern lands" in Icelandic.

Suðurlands was situated in the southern part of the country, bordering the Westfjords to the northwest, the Highlands to the north, and the Icelandic Lowlands to the northeast. The region encompassed the districts of Vestur-Skaftafellssýsla, Árnessýsla, and Südkusten, among others. Its capital and largest city was Selfoss.

Suðurlands was known for its diverse landscapes, including glaciers, fjords, waterfalls, and black sand beaches. Vatnajökull National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, covers a significant portion of the region. The region's economy was largely based on agriculture, fishing, and light industry.

Suðurlands was dissolved in 2008 as part of a major administrative reform in Iceland, which reduced the number of regions from eight to six. The region's areas were redistributed among the new administrations, currently forming parts of the regions of Suðurnes, Vesturland, and Suður-Þingeyjar.