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Iceland

by abha tripwolf

A different type of island life in the North Atlantic.

The magical land of Iceland in the North Atlantic Ocean has glaciers, stunning mountains, lush pastures, romantic fjords, volcanic landforms, hot springs, and unique bird and sea life. But all of this is easily accessible from its capital, Reykjavík, where traditional and modern go hand in hand. Wander through the city to experience thermal swimming pools, spas, nightlife, museums, and other sights and sounds. Bicycles can be rented for $25 a day to explore the interior wilderness but require good physical stamina. Rent cars at about $220 per day to enjoy summer travel. Trips to Breidafjördur, Látrabjarg, and Vigur for the bird cliffs and volcanic landforms in the west are simply unforgettable. Northern Iceland features Skagafjördur, known for horseback riding, winding mountain trails, and picturesque Lake M_vatn, a haven for birders - a perfect spot to enjoy the midnight sun. Vatnajökull in the east is a mosaic of green land, white glaciers, and black volcanic sand. The virgin wilderness of the Highlands is best explored on foot.

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Iceland Facts

  • capital: Reykjavik
  • population: 301931
  • area: 103000
  • time zone: GMT +0
  • languages: Icelandic (official),English,Danish,German widely spoken
  • religions: Lutheran Church of Iceland 85.5%
  • GDP per capita (PPP): 40277
  • literacy: 99.9
  • life expectancy: 79.4
  • electricity: 220 V (50 Hz)
  • electric plug type: C,F
  • calling code: 354
  • internet TLD: .is

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Top 10 Things to do in Iceland voted by the tripwolf community

Port House

museum / gallery Port House

in Reykjavik, Iceland

An exhibition of the works of the painter Erró in a wonderful setting. This former warehouse in the harbor now provides fantastic exhibition space. Museum proudly exhibits the works of Icelandic painter...

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5 votes
Þingvellir National Park

national park Þingvellir National Park

in Iceland

Historically, the most important spot in Iceland, and a geological rarity as well. Þingvellir ("parliament plains") is clearly the most important place on the island, and it was made into a National Par...

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4 votes
Landmannalaugar

sight Landmannalaugar

in Iceland

Hot springs surrounded by rhyolite mountains. In the olden days, farmers used to rest after sheep drives here, at the "hot springs of the people of the land," as the placename means. Today it may be Ice...

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4 votes

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Along the glacier: Kjalvegur created by marcopolo on 2009-10-07 11:49:56

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