- 1. Reykjavík AreaReykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
- 2. ReykjanesReykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
- 3. West IcelandOne of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
- 4. WestfjordsAn isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
- 5. StrandirIf you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
- 6. North IcelandHome of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
- 7. South IcelandIceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
- 8. Highlands and interiorThe uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
- 9. East IcelandThe 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.
The first recorded information on Bessastadir dates back to the turn of the 12th century, when the farm was the 
property of the renowned chieftain and historian Snorri Sturluson. After his murder in 1241 the property was seized by the Norwegian king, thus becoming the first such to fall into the hands of the kings. Soon after that Bessastadir became the seat of the governors of the country and their mansions stood there until the end of the 18th century. Early in the 20th century a director in the capital bought the property and donated it to the state in 1941 on the condition that it would become and remain the seat of the Icelandic presidents. It remained the seat of the governor until 1944, when the first president was elected by the parliament. Ever since the year 1000 there have been churches at Bessastadir. The present one was consecrated in 1796 and last renovated in 1998. It is among the oldest houses made of stone in the country.