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Iceland Trip Planning
Located between Europe and North America, Iceland is a mountainous island in the North Atlantic. Although she can be a bit austere, Iceland is a country of exquisite splendor. Eruptions of lava, hot springs, geysers, spectacular fissures and awesome glaciers seem surreal at times, but they make this land utterly remarkable travel destinations. Iceland was settled by the Nordic and Celtic people, in the 9th century AD. Indeed, a Norwegian Viking named Ingólfur Arnarson, established the first settlement on what is today known as Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik.
The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, is one of the most famous travel attractions for tourists. Although it is thought these lights are only visible in winter, the truth is they can be seen all year long. Another of Iceland’s attraction is the Midnight Sun. When this occurs in Scandinavia, during early summer months, the sun is visible at midnight. Its opposite is called the Polar Night, and occurs during the winter months.
Reykjavik City, Iceland’s capital is usually a stop on most travel itineraries. Reykjavik is one of the cleanest, greenest cities in the world, and the nightlife is lively. The numerous pubs, bars, cafes and dance halls, provide amazing variety, and live music is becoming this city’s trademark. In fact, at least one concert is available every night. The Kringlan shopping mall is quite popular, as well, as are the many local craft shops and Scandinavian designer stores.
Of course, if you go to Iceland, you must try one of the many whale-watching tours. The ocean around Reykjavik is a natural haunt for whales, dolphins and seals. Your tour will probably take you past Puffin Island, as well. Reykjavik’s landmark is the Perlan, or Pearl. Built in 1988, it sits under a large glass dome on top of huge tanks, which store the natural hot water for heating the city. The dome houses a rotating restaurant, with first-rate cuisine and a breath-taking view.
If Viking history is an interest of yours, you most definitely want to check out some of Reykjavik’s museums. The Sun Voyager should be another stop on your list of things to do. This Sun Voyagers is a huge steel sculpture of a Viking ship, by Jon Gunnar Arnason. You definitely want to view this sculpture at sunrise or sunset. Another attraction you can’t miss is the Restaurant Fjorugardurinn. Done up in the Viking style, and serving up a traditional Viking feast, this one-of a-kind eating establishment lets you to step back into time, and taste a little Viking culture.
If you have the time, don’t miss another of Iceland’s top tourist attractions, The Blue Lagoon. This outdoor, geothermal seawater pool, can be found about 45-minutes from Reykjavik, and is worth a trip. The steam-covered, fluorescent blue pool is 104-degrees all year long.
Iceland’s amazing scenery and unique attractions are sure to both awe and delight. Strikingly beautiful and strangely ascetic, your vacation to Iceland will leave you with many wonderful memories.
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