Reykjavik, Iceland

Lutheran Church of Hallgrímskirkja

One of the city’s main attractions is the Lutheran church
Hallgrímskirkja. This building is the fourth tallest structure in Iceland, crowned with a 73-meter tower. Its walls resemble formations of volcanic rock. The church is named in honor of the poet and spiritual leader Hallgrímur Pétursson, the author of the book “Passion hymns” (Hymns of Passion). Unusual in its architecture, the building can be seen from any point in the city. In front of the church stands a statue of Eriksson, the first European to have been in America 500 years before Columbus, but who forgot to tell everyone about it.

Sun Voyager Sculpture

This steel sculpture, created by Icelandic artist Jón Gunnar Arnarsson, was installed in Reykjavík in 1990. Arnarsson himself did not live to see the monument installed for almost a year-the sculptor died of leukemia, so «Sun Voyager» became one of his last works. Contrary to popular belief, the steel figure is not a monument to Viking seafarers. As the author said, the ship symbolizes the pursuit of a dream and the hope of finding new, yet undiscovered lands. The Viking ship is especially beautiful against the backdrop of the setting sun.

Landakotskirkja Church

Landakotskirkja is one of Iceland’s outstanding architectural landmarks. It majestically rises on Landakots Hill. The first Catholic priests to arrive in Iceland during the Reformation were Jean-Baptiste Baudouin and Bernard Bernard. They bought a piece of land and began living on the farm. Originally, these legendary Frenchmen built a chapel-this happened in 1864. And by 1929, a magnificent neo-Gothic cathedral was already standing here. At the time, it was considered the largest in Iceland. Instead of standard spires, its square tower has a unique flat top. The floor of Landakotskirkja is tiled in breathtaking beauty. Inside the building, a one-of-a-kind sense of freedom and flight is created, thanks to the many arches.

Tower Imagine a world

The opening of the tower on October 9, 2007 was dedicated to the memory of John Lennon. This tower was conceived by Yoko Ono as a beacon of the world. It is a wishing well from which a tower lit with lights rises. The words “Imagine the world” are written on the well in 24 languages. Six lamps move around the tower, and their light, using mirrors, is projected into the sky, forming a giant bright beam. The lights on the tower are lit all the time from October 9 to December 8, from sunset to midnight, and also from December 21 to 31.

Thingvellir National Park

The Þingvellir National Park was founded in 1928. In 2004, it was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. This most beautiful park is a true pearl of Iceland. It is located 40 kilometers from Reykjavík. It is precisely here that the boundary between two tectonic plates-the North American and Eurasian plates-can be found. The park is surrounded by an active volcanic zone, in which the Hengill volcano stands out, located on the southern shore of Þingvallavatn Lake, the largest lake in Iceland. The park is crossed by the Öxará River, which forms the Öxarárfoss waterfall on its territory. The most important historical events of the country are connected with these places. It was here, in 930, that the Althing first convened-the world’s oldest democratic parliament.

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall is the most beautiful waterfall in Iceland. It is one of the country’s most famous attractions. Seljalandsfoss is located on the Seljalandsá River. The waterfall is 60 meters high. Photos of the Seljalandsfoss waterfall can be found in many books and calendars, because it is incredibly picturesque. The deep recess behind the waterfall allows you to move around freely behind it, admiring magnificent views from all sides.

Blue Lagoon Thermal Resort

Because the peninsula is formed mainly from porous lava, seawater easily seeps through it. As a result, deep underground reservoirs form, filled with hot geothermal seawater. In 1976, a geothermal power plant was built here, using the island’s natural resources for the benefit of people. That is how the unique resort “Blue Lagoon” naturally came to be. The average water temperature in the pools is +37 °C; it sometimes drops slightly during windy weather, as well as during rains and snowfalls. “Blue Lagoon” is the ideal place to relax and enjoy your time.

Haukadalur Valley

Haukadalur is a geothermal valley included in the so-called “Golden Circle of Iceland.” The valley is literally dotted with bubbling numerous geysers, among which the best-known are Strokkur and Geysir, or the Great Geyser. They erupt at different intervals: the Great Geyser ejects jets of hot water and steam several times a day, but it also has days of calm. Strokkur, unlike Geysir, erupts every 10 minutes. Other geothermal features of Haukadalur include around 40 small hot springs. The most famous hot spring is the lake of vivid blue color, Blaise. Several mud pots of different colors give the valley an exotic look. To the north of the valley is the famous Gullfoss waterfall.

Hveragerdi Geothermal Valley

Perlan

Perlan is a standout building among the rest of Reykjavik’s structures. On a hill with tanks that were once used to store hot water for heating the city, a glass dome has been built. Inside the dome there is a rotating restaurant with an exceptional cuisine. The dome also features a viewing platform with free access, offering a 360-degree view of the surrounding area and the ocean. And beneath the dome, between the water tanks, there are exhibition areas and an artificial geyser. In one of the tanks, instead of water, there is a museum of Viking wax figures.

Reykjavík Sightseeing Tour

You will stroll through the colorful streets and squares of the historic center of Reykjavik, learn about its past and present, and discover the story behind the city’s founding. You will visit the largest Lutheran church, Hallgrímskirkja, see the sunny Viking ship, the Cathedral of Domkirkjan, the Parliament building, the Government House, and the original city hall building of Reykjavik, located on the picturesque Þjörn lake with many ducks, seagulls, and swans. Visit the new Harpa concert hall (the Harp), built in 2011 according to a unique design that is a source of pride for Icelanders. During the tour, you will also find out which restaurants you can enjoy delicious meals for reasonable prices, where you can buy Icelandic knitted items at pleasant prices, where to go in the evening, etc.

Golden Circle of Iceland

The Golden Circle excursion is a kind of “calling card” of Iceland. You will see all the most significant sights of Iceland, such as
Thingvellir National Park, where in 930 the main assembly was founded - the world’s oldest democratic parliament; the Geysir Valley and the famous Geysir, which gave its name to all the other hot springs on the planet. The route will continue to the Golden Waterfall, where the waters of the Hvítá glacial river plunge into a narrow canyon from a height of 32 meters. You will also see the volcanic crater of Kerið and the village of Hveragerði, where, thanks to geothermal energy in the greenhouses, fruits and vegetables are grown.

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