The best sights of the capital of Iceland. Photo

Fabulous Iceland with extraordinary nature and the beautiful capital Reykjavik charms visitors at first sight.

Located in southwest Iceland, Reykjavik is the northernmost capital in the world.

In addition to this arrangement, it is also a popular tourist destination. The city receives travelers from around the world, which is not afraid of the cold of Iceland. Reykjavik was founded by Scandinavian Vikings and grew rapidly in size. Here you can not only learn more about these courageous settlers, but also take a dip in geothermal hot springs, wander through a real glacier and mingle with the friendly locals. Numerous tourist attractions of Reykjavik will be a good start to your Icelandic vacation.

Hallgrimskirkja
Hallgrimskirkja is not just a Lutheran Church in Central Reykjavik, but also the largest Church in Iceland. With a height of 75 meters is one of the tallest buildings in the country. Even if you are atheist, the Church must see attraction in Reykjavik. Modernist design in the Icelandic capital impresses with its spires reaching high into the sky. Tourists say that at first glance, the Church is like the top of the mountain. The building of Hallgrimskirkja was really designed to remind you of the mountains, cliffs and glaciers of Iceland. The building is so high, because the fathers of the Church wanted to exceed the height of the Catholic Church in the country. The construction of this unique project began in 1945 and ended 41 years later.

The House Of The Volcanoes
Iceland is today a country of innocent people, but its nature is not so friendly. It is here that concentrated the most active volcanoes on Earth. The country has 200 volcanoes with one strong eruption every three to five years. The house of the Volcanoes is a good place to learn more about this volatile element. The exhibition traces the geological history of Iceland, and includes the exposure found on the island of minerals. Unlike other museums where it is forbidden to touch the exhibits, Volcano House allows visitors to interact with the exhibition. Museum in Reykjavik also shows documentary films about the famous eruptions of Iceland.

Laugavegur Street
Shopping enthusiasts must visit Laugavegur – the main shopping street of Reykjavik. Located in Central Reykjavik street is one of the oldest in the capital. The name translates as “washing street”, which was rooted to a hot spring where the women of Reykjavik washed their things. Svershilsya quarter Laugavegur in the historic district of the city is full of branded shops. There is also focus some of the main restaurants and trendy night life, especially in the night from Friday to Saturday. If during the journey, you need trendy clothes, Souvenirs, or goods for the house, take on Laugavegur.

Museum Arbaer
The folklore Museum under the open sky Arbaejarsafn often called the shorter name, Arbaer. This is a great place to begin your acquaintance with the past of Reykjavik. Until 1957 it housed a farm, after which the place has found new life in the form of a Museum of history. In the Museum under the open sky, Arbaer visitors will see how the people of Reykjavik lived in the past. Everything inside is decorated as it was many years ago on the farm. Twenty of the buildings were relocated from Central reykjavík, in order to form the nucleus of the new Museum. Exhibitions highlight different periods in the life of the city, covering various events including crafts and a show of vintage cars.

Harpa
Although this place only opened in 2011, Harpa is considered one of the greatest sights of Reykjavik. Harpa – the conference and concerts, was built in a very unusual architectural style. Numerous panels of stained glass cover the whole steel structure of the building. It was the first building in reykjavík, built specifically for concerts and doing live television. Before construction was completed, the concert hall Harpa was converted to a temporary mosque for the film according to one Icelandic stories. Among the most outstanding events Harpy annual international Jazz Day and the Children’s Culture Festival Reykjavik.

Perlan
Perlan (or pearl) is one of the architectural landmarks of Reykjavik, which serves many purposes. But above all, it is the venue of exhibitions and concerts. The domed top of the building is a little different. It provides room six huge tanks that store geothermal hot water for the daily needs of urban residents. Atrium Perlan is located between the tanks and the bottom floor is a Winter Garden. The fourth floor has an observation deck where visitors with telescopes can enjoy the panoramic views of Reykjavik and the surrounding areas. There’s even an artificial geyser near the building, which was built in 1988 on top of a Hill Oskjuhlid.

A Fair Settlement
The visitors, whose interest in Reykjavik were heated at the Museum Saga, will want to add a fair Settlement to their list of attractions in Reykjavik. City Museum the city is the venue of an unusual exhibition of flying fish Cove – reykjavík 871±2. As suggested, the city was settled in 871 ad, plus or minus two years. The exhibition is located in hall, built in the period from 910 to 1000 years, although I discovered it only in 2001. Hall is believed to be one of the oldest artificial structures in Iceland. The exhibition also features relics used by the Vikings.

The national Museum of Iceland
The national Museum of Iceland covers the country’s history from Viking settlement to present day. Founded in 1863, the Museum focuses on the Era of Settlement, while speaking about the reign of chieftains and demonstrating a number of exhibits, such as swords, utensils and ammunition. Special attention deserves the bronze statue of Thor (the Norse God of thunder). But the most valuable item, however, is the gate Church of the 13th century. They depict dragon-killing knight who saves the lion becomes his faithful companion. Hosted in a characteristic building of the Museum has more than 2,000 very interesting exhibits. Visitors noted a very high quality audioguide in many languages.

Sculpture Solver
Also known as the solar wanderer, sculpture Solver is Sabro road on the Atlantic coast of Iceland. It was designed by Jon Gunnar Arnason, who won a competition to create a monument in honor of the 200th anniversary of Reykjavik in 1990. The artist said he created his design based on the belief that early Europeans followed the sun to reach Mongolia, where their ancestors migrated to Iceland. Solar wanderer (Solvar) – a huge abstract steel sculpture, which resembles a ship. However, this is clearly not a Viking ship, but rather a kind of ode to the sun.

The Museum Saga
In the Saga Museum visitors can learn more about the ancient Scandinavians and their influence on Icelandic history. The Museum depicts their bloodthirsty warriors, who played a key role in the early development of the country. Visitors can see wax figures of such cruel people, along with weapons and traditional clothes. A professional guide will tell you about their daily life, culture and traditions. Everyone will be able to change into the costume of the Scandinavian and make photo for memory.

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