Greenland

• Capital of Greenland: Nuuk
• Total Area: 2,166,086 km² (836,330 sq mi) (Rank 12)
• Population: 55,840 (Rank 206) - (2024 estimate)
• Location: Northeast North America, between the Arctic Ocean and North Atlantic Ocean
• Languages of Greenland: Greenlandic, Danish, English, and other languages as needed
• Religions in Greenland: Christianity (Church of Greenland)
• Ethnic Groups in Greenland: Greenlandic Inuit 88.1%, Danish 7.1%, Filipino 1.6%, Other Nordic 0.9%, and Other peoples 2.3% (2024 estimate)
• Currency: Danish krone (DKK)
• Time Zone: UTC±00:00 to UTC-04:00
• Calling Code: (299+)
• Organizations: —
• Border Countries (1): Canada 1,280 m (4,200 ft)
• Coastline: 44,087 km (27,394.4 mi)
• Maritime Borders: Arctic Ocean, Atlantic Ocean

Major Cities and Regions of Greenland

1. Nuuk

• Municipality: Sermersooq.
• Description: Capital of Greenland and its largest city. Located on the southwestern coast of the island, it is the political, cultural, and economic center of the country. Founded in 1728, it includes many important landmarks such as the Greenland National Museum, the Parliament building, and Savior's Church Cathedral.

2. Ilulissat

• Municipality: Avannaata.
• Description: Third largest city in Greenland, located on the western coast. Famous for the Ilulissat Icefjord inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fjord is one of the most active glacial areas in the Northern Hemisphere, producing about 10% of Greenland's icebergs.

3. Sisimiut

• Municipality: Qeqqata.
• Description: Second largest city in Greenland, located on the western coast. Known for its fishing industry and as an important commercial center. The city houses the Sisimiut Museum which displays local history and culture, and serves as a base for hiking and mountain excursions.

4. Qaqortoq

• Municipality: Kujalleq.
• Description: Largest city in southern Greenland. Founded in 1775, it is famous for Greenland's only stone fountain which displays artistic stone sculptures. The city is known for its relatively mild climate compared to the rest of the island.

5. Kangerlussuaq

• Municipality: Qeqqata.
• Description: Located in western Greenland, it is the main air gateway to the island. It was a U.S. airbase during World War II. Known for the nearby Russell Glacier, one of the most accessible glaciers in Greenland.

6. Tasiilaq

• Municipality: Sermersooq.
• Description: Largest city in eastern Greenland. Located on Ammassalik Island and surrounded by mountains and glaciers. Known for its spectacular natural scenery and serves as a base for outdoor activities like boat trips and hiking.

7. Uummannaq

• Municipality: Avannaata.
• Description: Town located on a small island off the western coast. Famous for the distinctive Uummannaq Mountain which resembles a heart and rises 1,170 meters. Serves as a base for traditional seal and whale hunting.

8. Northeast Greenland National Park

• Location: Northeast Greenland (unincorporated area).
• Description: The world's largest national park covering 972,000 km² (about 46% of the island). Established in 1974, it is home to diverse Arctic wildlife such as polar bears, musk oxen, and Arctic foxes. It is also the northernmost national park in the world.

9. Pituffik Space Base (Thule Air Base)

• Location: Northwest Greenland (unincorporated area).
• Description: Former U.S. airbase (known as Thule Air Base). Located about 1,500 km north of the Arctic Circle. Currently used for satellite tracking and scientific research in climate and space studies.