- 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 mountain trails for 4wd vehicles are clearly marked on the maps of the country, but the shortest route lies from the farm Bru, and from the crossings on road # 1 near Modrudalur or Jokuldalsheidi. From The Bruar Valleys, a canyon called Hafrahvamma- and Dimma-Canyon is nearby.
The legend tells us about great festivities there one Christmas. The people were singing and dancing loudly in the cemetery on Christmas evening, when the devil pulled it and everyone in it down to hell. Quite a few other farms are documented in the area and after this event, people have been aware of ghosts and wandering spirits there.