Science and real time data
Water in Icelandic
Nature
The exhibition will awaken interest and admiration for the nature of water and to inform about its wonders and importance for the future prosperity of society.
Live aquatic organisms will be on display and emphasis will be placed on interactive exhibits and active participation by guests.
Water is the foundation
of life on Earth
Iceland is rich in water: clean groundwater, geothermal springs, direct runoff and glacial rivers, bogs, moors and myriads of waterfalls.
Water is teeming
with life
Observe live aquatic organisms and study their ecology and evolution. Look into the water and witness the world of tiny plant- and animals.
Water plays an important ecological role
Discover different types of freshwater ecosystems, their diverse plant- and animal communities, rich salmon rivers and world-famous bird lakes.
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Öskjuhlíð, 105 Reykjavík
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