- 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.
After 1630, it was the seat of the governor of West Iceland, Arni Oddsson (1592-1665), and his successor, Bauka Jon, took over in 1666. He lead a colourful life as an official until 1672. He had to fight off a charge of scorcery, and was later charged with unlawful dealings with his nephew, Torfi Hakonarson, who sold Jon some tobacco from a Dutch fishing vessel. His journey to Copenhagen to reclaim his honour was successful, and he brought back a letter to bishop Brynjolfur, ordering him to consecrate him as the vicebishop to Holar, which he did in 1674 against his will. In 1684, Bauka Jon became the bishop at Holar, much against the will of the clergy. Bauka Jon continued his doubtful behaviour and business transactions all the time to his dying day in 1690.