- 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.
Twice it was blown of its foundations without being damaged too much and was moved back. In 1897, it was renovated and a new steeple was built. In 1910, another renovation took place and it was recons crated in November the same year. Among its precious belongings are two chandeliers, a chalice, and a paten from the 17th century. Two very old bells are hanging in the steeple; the baptismal was carved the artist Rikhardur Jonsson. One of the chalices and the wall lamps were originally in the Lutheran Cathedral of Reykjavik. They were removed when the people of the capital started using gas for lightning.