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Svalbard and Jan Mayen (.no)

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Clues

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Identity & symbols

Capital

Longyearbyen

Language

Norwegian is the official language, using the Latin alphabet with special characters 'æ', 'ø', and 'å'.

Environment & landscape

Coverage

True

Foliage

Common vegetation includes mosses, lichens, and hardy grasses; trees are scarce due to the harsh climate.

Topography

The landscape is predominantly mountainous with glaciers, fjords, and flat coastal areas.

Roads & transportation

Stop

Stop signs read 'STOP' in Svalbard and Jan Mayen.

Bollards

Roadside bollards are typically simple and functional, often painted in bright colors for visibility in snow and ice.

Poles

Utility poles are generally wooden or metal, often equipped with insulation due to extreme weather conditions.

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