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One of the most remarkable and historically significant sights of Reykjavik is the Church of Hallgrimur. This majestic building is the highest in the city, its construction was finished quite recently, in 1974. The construction of the church lasted for more than 30 years, today everybody wishing to get on the top of the bell tower can enjoy beautiful panoramic breath taking view of the city and nearest suburbs of Reykjavik. The Art Gallery is one of the most interesting cultural spots of the city. The matter is that not only famous masters represent their works in the gallery, but amateurs and promising beginning artists do as well. Often the gallery holds selling exhibitions of picture and statuary artworks. Travelers usually buy local artists’ works as memorable souvenirs. Hafnarfjordur is a suburban district of Reykjavik which is a very interesting place for curious travelers to visit. Its popular name is “City of lava”. The name was given to the place because of its location on the scaled lava formation named Burfell, which was formed as far back as 7 thousand years ago as a result of the volcano erupting. Hafnarfjordur offers several establishments attracting traveler’s attention. There are the famous Art Center, which has become a place of holding various cultural events, the Folklore Museum and the Sea Museum. The suburban district also offers an interesting thematic park “Vikings’ village” to visit; fancy dress performances and fantastic … Read further

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Cuisine and top restaurants

The Fiskfelagid restaurant offers its guests a gat assortment of seafood dishes meeting every taste and gastronomy fancy. All the clients can take a table in a comfortable restaurant hall, every table is equipped with an standalone lighting system. Among Fiskfelagid’s dishes the visitors will find classic treats and exotic delicacies, so sushi admirers will not be disappointed. The Grillmarkadurinn restaurant … Open

Traditions and mentality of Reykjavik

The festival lasts for five days and falls within the second part of February. Every upscale restaurant in Reykjavik invites a famous cook, who is offered to organize a festive program for the restaurant’s guests. An interesting fact us that invited chefs cook all their dishes of local foods only. This fact makes each treat even more original and unique. The Food&Fun festival is always followed with captivating … Open

Travel guide to Reykjavik

The most important religious monument is the Reykjavik Cathedral. The Cathedral surprises with its modest appearance. It was built at the end of the 18th century and is a typical monument in Danish colonial style. It more closely resembles a modest parish church. A beautiful green lawn is developed opposite the cathedral. During the warm season, it is a stamping ground for locals. The National Museum of Iceland … Open

Advices for travellers

3. The only public means of transportation available in the city is a bus running to almost any part of the destination. Tickets are bought directly from bus drivers thus tourists are recommended to have enough of change by themselves during city exploration. Tourists should keep in mind an unwritten rule of the city following which bus drivers do not give change back. 4. The optimum and most … Open

Attractions and active leisure

One of the most remarkable entertaining centers of the destination is the Laugardalslaug leisure center. It is located in a few minute walk from the city center. The main feature of the entertaining complex is a huge swimming-pool with water slopes, being a perfect destination for a family visit. Some night clubs of Reykjavik are the worldwide known entertaining establishments. The most famous clubs among them are … Open

Cultural excursion through Reykjavik - things to see

Hafnarfjordur is a suburban district of Reykjavik which is a very interesting place for curious travelers to visit. Its popular name is “City of lava”. The name was given to the place because of its location on the scaled lava formation named Burfell, which was formed as far back as 7 thousand years ago as a result of the volcano erupting. Hafnarfjordur offers several establishments attracting traveler’s … Open

Nature and parks of Iceland

The purpose of Snæfellsjökull National Park founded in 2001 was to preserve special areas of the landscape, as well as flora and fauna. It is the only national park whose area includes the coastline. The main natural object of the park is the glacier of the same name. Snæfell Volcano is covered by the 200-meter thick glacier. In the coastal zone of the park, you can see surrealistic lava formations along the coastline. Snæfellsjökull is home to a large number of birds, foxes, mink, as well as whales and killer whales swimming close to the shore. The park boasts of a very diverse flora. Many algae are found in lakes and rivers, mosses and lichens grow on rocks. In the autumn, one can collect lingonberries, blueberries, blueberries. In the park, archaeologists have found dome-shaped buildings dating back to the 10th century. Opinions were divided regarding their purpose. Some believe that these are religious structures, others think they were intended for fish processing, while there are people who are sure that the buildings are a sign of the aliens. … Open

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