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How to find the Northern lights in Reykjavik
No matter what you have read or heard – it is possible to see the northern lights without leaving Reykjavik. The skies must be clear and completely dark and, most importantly, the …
The best views over Reykjavik
Few things compare to the feeling of gazing out at a beautiful view. No matter where we go, it is always worth getting up to a high point and looking around. The …
Spot the white-tailed eagle in Iceland: The king of Icelandic birds
The white-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) is often called the king of Icelandic birds due to its magnificence. A full-grown eagle is a graceful sight. The Icelandic eagle belongs to the hawk family …
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Is Icelandic tap water really safe to drink?
Ask anyone living in Iceland – they almost certainly do not buy their water bottled. They drink it straight from the tap, unfiltered. There are many perks to this; the convenience, saving …
Spot the graylag goose: The World’s largest gray goose
The graylag goose (Anser anser) belongs to the waterfowl family (Anatidae) along with ducks and swans but is a member of the gray goose genus (Anser) as well as 11 other species. …
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Spot the Whimbrel: Icelandic and African
The whimbrel (Numenius phaeopus islandicus) is a wader (Charadriiformes) that belongs to the Scolopacidae family. In Iceland, all members of this family are migratory birds and they have a specialized bill for …
Spot the whooper swan in Iceland: Isn´t it elegant?
There is something romantic and adventurous about swans (Cygnus), who appear in many fairy tales as a symbol of purity and innocence. The loyalty a swan couple have to each other and …
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The Biggest Volcanoes in Iceland
Iceland has one of the densest concentrations of volcanoes on the planet. This relatively small mid-Atlantic nation has no less than 30 active volcanic systems. Here are some of the main ones, …
Látrarbjarg in Iceland: All you need to know
For many, a visit to Látrarbjarg is the highlight of any trip to the Westfjords. The main bird cliffs in Iceland teem with sea birds. Látrabjarg is not only the largest sea …
Spot the Redshank in Iceland: Small and loud
This is the Common Redshank The Common Redshank (Tringa totanus) belongs to the family Scolopacidae and the so-called waders (Charadeiiformes). Waders are migratory birds that come to Iceland in big flocks in …
Spot the Raven in Iceland: Smart and mysterious
This is the Raven The Common Raven (Corvus corax) is a large passerine bird (Passeriformes) of the Corvidae family, which are all sort of crows. Corvids have been known for their intelligence …
Spot the Northern Gannet in Iceland: Queen of the Sea
A big majestic bird glides over the sea until it darts into the ocean to catch a fish. The big splash and chaos that follows when the bird disappears into the sea …
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Memories: Road Trip in Iceland with a twist
Northern Iceland, thanks for your beauty! And thank you for giving us one of the funniest memories we have of Iceland! It was 2016, summertime. Everything was ready, two weeks of road …
Iceland: The Country of extremes
I first visited Iceland in June 2009 and it is fair to say it was quite a shock to me. I was not especially attracted by the country, as some people sometimes …
Arnastapi & Mt. Stapafell in Iceland
Iceland is a dreamy place, full of landscapes that go beyond the imagination; glaciers everywhere, waterfalls surrounded by rainbows, majestic mountains, volcanoes with unpronounceable names (if you’re not used to the local …
Glacier Therapy, Knitting, and Northern Lights in Iceland
The Northern lights from Perlan I live in Iceland. I work in Perlan Exploratorium. I’ve seen northern lights pretty often. I talk about them when I work, I go chase them in …
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Iceland: Ever-present feeling of space
Walking is with no doubt one of my much-loved activities. One of the many things that one might be hit by while in Iceland is the ever-present feeling of space. Space and …
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in Iceland
Jökulsárlón means “glacier river lagoon”. The lagoon and icebergs come from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, which is part of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe by volume. The lagoon has grown fourfold since …
What Iceland makes me feel, healing wounds in Iceland
I cannot share a specific story about Iceland with you all because every corner of this country is my favorite place. It has been a process, something that has been growing deep …
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Iceland remote and magical: The Westfjords
My favorite place in Iceland is the Westfjords, a remote and sparsely populated peninsula in the Northwestern region. In particular, the Red Sand Beach left unforgettable memories with me. Overall, most travelers …
Ice Caves (and other Wonders) of Iceland
What exactly are ice caves, and where can you see them when visiting Iceland? Where can you learn more about ice caves while staying in Reykjavík? Read on to find out all …
Áróra is now available for streaming
Our Planetarium movie Áróra is now available on Vimeo. Watch Northern Lights from the comfort of your home, or wherever you are, in a 360° virtual reality dome experience. We invite you …
Best Places to spend New Year’s Eve in Reykjavik
When you’re looking for a place to see in the New Year, then a city with a passion for partying is a good bet. New Year’s Eve is a big deal in …
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Dance: Timeless artwork at Perlan
On top of Reykjavík’s highest hill, four lively figures dance to the wind and singing birds. This notable work of art brings smiles to the faces of most all passer-by. Many of …
Profile: Iceland’s nature photography superstar
Ragnar Th. Sigurðsson has teamed up with Toyota, Royal Geographical Society, Discover the World, and now – Perlan. Specializing in arctic photography, he is one of Iceland’s leading photographers. Singularity within his …
Thermal Wight: Impressive Sustainable Artwork at Perlan
At the top of Öskjuhlíð hill, right outside Perlan, stands an intriguing sculpture. The artist combines natural science and art in sustainable, creative ways. Thermal Wight and impressive sculptures The sculpture Thermal …
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