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Situated in the North Atlantic Ocean, in between Greenland and Europe, is Iceland. Full of majestic scenery, glaciers and geysers, Iceland offers more than just a snow covered landscape and is a great destination whether you enjoy cities or outdoor life.
Iceland’s Natural Attractions
Iceland is a country that was formed by geologic and volcanic activity and this activity is still occurring. This means the landscape is constantly shifting, all be it very marginally, but it’s this activity that makes way for some of Iceland’s most visited attractions – its geysers.
The English word ‘geyser’ comes from the Icelandic word ‘geysir’ and it’s also the name of a place where once you could see the Great Geysir. Unfortunately it seems this geyser is no longer active but right next door Strokker is, going off every five to ten minutes.
National Parks
Iceland has three national parks, one of which (Vatnajokull National Park) covers an amazing 12% of the land area of the country, making this the largest national park in Europe. As well as being the largest park it’s also home to several other ‘largest’ in Iceland – there is the largest glacier, also named Vatnajokull; the highest mountain, and Europe’s most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss.
Snaefellsjokull National Park in the south of Iceland offers an ice filled volcano which was used as the setting for the novel ‘Journey to the centre of the Earth’ by Jules Verne.
The third of Iceland’s national parks is Eingvellir. Also a UNESCO World heritage Site this park is best known for being the home of the world’s longest running parliament, established in 930AD.
Reykjavik
Iceland has plenty of great scenery but it also has a very attractive capital city. Reykjavik is in fact the only city in Iceland and it’s the most northerly capital city in the world. The Old Town is the top attraction for visitors as it’s full of quaint though brightly coloured homes and buildings. Reykjavik also offers attractions such as the National Museum of Iceland and the Culture House, plus churches and the National Cathedral.
Flights to Iceland
Iceland has one international airport, the Keflavik International Airport (airport code: KEF), located 25 miles southwest of the capital city, Reykjavik. Flights to Iceland form the UK are offered by several airlines via direct or indirect routes. Icelandair provides travellers with direct flights to Iceland from London Heathrow, while Iceland Express has direct flights from Gatwick. Apart from these you would need to fly to a European city with the likes of Air Berlin, BMI, British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France or KLM for a one stop flight to Iceland from the UK.Iceland Tourist Attractions
Iceland is a wonderful country with warm and welcoming people who more than make up for the ice and snow that most people associate with Iceland! Despite the name, this isn’t a country that’s constantly under snow and ice and if you come in the middle of summer you will see a certain amount of greenery. Having said this, the glaciers are one of the country’s top attractions so even if you do come in the summer you might find yourself searching for icier landscapes!Iceland’s Natural Attractions
Iceland is a country that was formed by geologic and volcanic activity and this activity is still occurring. This means the landscape is constantly shifting, all be it very marginally, but it’s this activity that makes way for some of Iceland’s most visited attractions – its geysers.
The English word ‘geyser’ comes from the Icelandic word ‘geysir’ and it’s also the name of a place where once you could see the Great Geysir. Unfortunately it seems this geyser is no longer active but right next door Strokker is, going off every five to ten minutes.
National Parks
Iceland has three national parks, one of which (Vatnajokull National Park) covers an amazing 12% of the land area of the country, making this the largest national park in Europe. As well as being the largest park it’s also home to several other ‘largest’ in Iceland – there is the largest glacier, also named Vatnajokull; the highest mountain, and Europe’s most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss.
Snaefellsjokull National Park in the south of Iceland offers an ice filled volcano which was used as the setting for the novel ‘Journey to the centre of the Earth’ by Jules Verne.
The third of Iceland’s national parks is Eingvellir. Also a UNESCO World heritage Site this park is best known for being the home of the world’s longest running parliament, established in 930AD.
Reykjavik
Iceland has plenty of great scenery but it also has a very attractive capital city. Reykjavik is in fact the only city in Iceland and it’s the most northerly capital city in the world. The Old Town is the top attraction for visitors as it’s full of quaint though brightly coloured homes and buildings. Reykjavik also offers attractions such as the National Museum of Iceland and the Culture House, plus churches and the National Cathedral.