Reykjavik, or Smoke Bay as it is called in Icelandic, is the largest city and the capital of Iceland located 129 miles from Vestmannaeyjar and 266 miles from Akureyri. This fascinating city can boast of being the northernmost capital in the world. The history of this city is not very long, but it is nonetheless interesting. Reykjavik’s touristic potential has been discovered only recently, so the city has not yet...
read moreReykjavik is located in the south-western part of the island and it has very diverse geographical forms, lots of islands and peninsulas, straits and volcanoes. There is a river that runs through the city and is not navigable, but it provides one of the best salmon fishing opportunities in the world. The general aspect of the city is very particular, as it is very spread out and there are mostly houses that have been...
read moreReykjavik might not be the perfect spot for a beach holiday, but there are plenty of interesting things about Iceland’s mysterious capital that would make your stay worthwhile. Reykjavik is the northernmost capital in the world, and also among the greenest cities on the planet. Reykjavik is the cultural, financial and industrial centre of Iceland, no surprise seeing as most of the country’s population lives in the...
read moreAlthough Reykjavik is relatively small for a country’s capital, its cultural scene meets all expectations. There are quite a number of theatres and dance companies in Raykjavik: Icelandic Opera, Icelandic Dance Company, City Theatre, National Theater, Possible Theater or Theater on the Scene. Some of these institutions are also hosting famous annual events, like Festival of the Sea, Culture Night, Reykjavik Jazz...
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