Norðurland eystra

Norðurland eystra
Country Iceland
Seat Akureyri
Area
 • Total 21,968 km2 (8,481.9 sq mi)
Population (2007)
 • Total 28,618
 • Density 1.3/km2 (3.4/sq mi)

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".