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About Iceland

Let us quench your thirst for knowledge about Iceland, whether it be geography, historical trivia or geological information.

Browse our impressive catalogue of information about Iceland and you will soon find out that your subject of interest is just one click away.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.
  • Where to GO?
  • WHAT TO SEE?
    • All Attractions
    • Churches
    • Farms
    • Film locations
    • Fjords
    • Geysirs and Hot Springs
    • Glaciers
    • Historical Sites
    • Islands
    • Lakes
    • Mountains
    • Museums
    • Place of Interest
    • Plains
    • Rivers
    • Towns
    • Volcanos & Lava Fields
    • Waterfalls
  • What to do?
    • All Activities
    • Deep Sea Fishing
    • Golf
    • Hiking
    • Horseriding
    • Hunting
    • Icelandic Forests
    • Lakefishing
    • Murders
    • Restaurant
    • Saga Trail
    • Salmon
    • Swimming Pools
    • Tours
    • Travel Planning
    • Trout
    • Wintersport
  • WHERE TO STAY ?
    • All Accommodation
    • Camping
    • Cottages
    • Farm Holidays
    • Guesthouses
    • Hostels
    • Hotels
    • Mountain Huts

Travel Guide

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of places of interest in Iceland, whether it be churches, glaciers, islands or waterfalls.

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Bus Schedules

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Recreation

Travel Market

Iceland has so many great options for any type of recreational activities. Our recreation guide will help you find great information on your favourite hobby or interest while visiting our beautiful country.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.

The Nine Wonders of Iceland

We split Iceland into nine different regions to make your search for information easier. Simply click on the region you want to explore and read about towns, attractions, hiking, accommodation and more.

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Grimsa Power Plant

The National Electric Power Works (RARIK) were licensed by law to build a 2,000 Hp power plant on River Grimsa or River Fjardara in 1952. According to these plans, the towns Seydisfiord, Neskaupsstadur, and Eskifiord were to reap the advantages. After extensive research, the authorities decided on a 2,4 MW power station on River Grimsa, below the Grimsarfoss Waterfall (18 m).

River Grimsa is a run off river with its sources in the mountains between the Eastfiords and the Fljotsdalur Area. It spills into River Lagarfljot at Vallanes. The name Grimsa only applies to a part oft the river, which has several other names further upriver from the confluence of rivers Mulaa and Geitdalsa. Its total catchment area is about 500 km². The water volume is very fluctuating, at the most 300 m³/sec, which is ten times the average flow. The minimum flow is about 1 m³/sec.

Construction started in 1955

The construction work started in the summer of 1955. Because of local conditions, an underground power house was the best solution. Artificial rapids were created about 35 m above the edge of the waterfall and just above it a 400 m long dam was constructed, 12 m high at its highest point.

A Francis generator with a vertical axis was installed. The power station is two storeys high, both under and above ground. The generators are underground and above it is the control centre, and a workshop. A 30 m long discharge tunnel was excavated to a gorge below the waterfall. The power plant was inaugurated on June 15th 1958 and the work was finished at the end of November.

Shortage and disruptions of the water flow have been problems from the beginning, especially during winter, mainly because of the limited size of the reservoir. The utilization of the available water supplies has, however, been favourable, between 5,000 and 7,000 hours annually.

Photo Credit: Orkusalan.is

About Iceland