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Spot the Tern in Iceland: The World’s Best Flyer?
Meet the Arctic Tern The Arctic tern (Sterna paradisaea), usually just called a tern, belongs to the tern family (Sternidae). It is a very delicate bird that weights about 100 gr (3.5 …
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Where Whales Come From
Whales. They are the largest and loudest, swim the fastest, have the biggest brains and live the deepest of all animals known to us humans. Today, we know countless interesting facts about …
Snæfellsjökull: A picture-perfect volcano seen from Reykjavík
Snæfellsjökull glacier is one of about 30 active volcanic areas in Iceland. Unlike most of our volcanoes, it resembles a typical volcano you might see in cartoons; a gently sloping cone with …
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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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