Norðurland eystra
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Norðurland eystra is one of the traditional eight regions of Iceland
, located on the northern side of the island. The biggest town in the region is Akureyri
, with a population of 17,300. The name "Norðurland Eystra" means "The North-East Region".
Regions of Iceland
|There are eight regions of Iceland, mainly used for statistical purposes. The district court jurisdictions also follow this division. The postal code system follows the regions as well with a few exceptions. Before 2003 the regions were also used as constituencies for elections to Alþingi...
, located on the northern side of the island. The biggest town in the region is Akureyri
Akureyri
Akureyri is a town in northern Iceland. It is Iceland's second largest urban area and fourth largest municipality ....
, with a population of 17,300. The name "Norðurland Eystra" means "The North-East Region".