- 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.
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MARIUHOFN, Whale Bay
Region: West IcelandCoordinates: 64.3499° N 21.3709° W
St Mary’s Harbour is an ancient trading post on Cove Laxarvogur of the Whale Bay.
It was among the most frequented 
harbours of the country during the latter half of the Middle Ages 
(900-1500) and many documented sources (annals) mention the arrivals and departures of vessels to and from the bay. According to those sources, the bishops of Skalholt travelled to and from that place.
The bubonic plague (Black Death) was brought to St Mary’s Harbour in 1402. The captain and shipowner Einar Herjolfsson died at sea on his voyage to Iceland. His clothes along with his belongings were handed over to his relatives upon arrival. The Budasandur Beach is just west of the harbour. Beyond the lagoon, between the sand and the sea, are still prominent ruins of the houses, which stood there in the past. The harbour became obsolete in the 15th century when larger vessels required deeper harbours.
Mariuhofn is on nat.is West Iceland Saga Trail
Place of Interest Whale Bay:
Thyrill – Gersholmur – Sanda Village – Mariuhofn–Hvammsvik
