Þýskaland

Þýskaland is the Icelandic name for Germany. Germany is a country located in Central Europe. It is the second-most populous country in the European Union and the most populous member state. Its capital and largest city is Berlin. Germany is a federal parliamentary republic governed by a chancellor. It is comprised of sixteen federal states, known as Länder. The country's territory covers 357,022 square kilometers and features a temperate seasonal climate.

The history of Germany is long and complex, marked by periods of fragmentation and unification. It was once part of the Holy Roman Empire, and later saw the rise of Prussia. The unification of Germany in 1871 led to the German Empire. The 20th century was dominated by two World Wars and the subsequent division of the country into West Germany and East Germany during the Cold War. Germany was reunified in 1990.

Germany is a major economic power, with the largest economy in Europe and the fourth-largest worldwide by nominal GDP. It is a leading exporter of automobiles, machinery, and chemical products. The country is renowned for its technological innovation and engineering prowess.

Culturally, Germany has made significant contributions to philosophy, music, literature, and science. Famous figures include Goethe, Beethoven, Bach, Kant, and Einstein. German is the official language. Today, Germany is a member of the United Nations, NATO, the European Union, and the G7. It plays a significant role in European and global politics and economics.