Guidebook for Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur
Sightseeing
Írafossstod Power Station
The Írafoss Station harnesses two of the waterfalls, Írafoss and Kistufoss, in the lower part of the River Sog. A dam has been built across the River Sog above Írafoss at virtually the same altitude as the Ljósafoss Station outflow.
The station went on-line in 1953 using two 15.5 MW generating units and was expanded with the addition of a 16.7 MW turbine in 1963.
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Ljósafossstöð - Hydropower Station
36 ÞingvallavegurÍrafossstod Power Station
The Írafoss Station harnesses two of the waterfalls, Írafoss and Kistufoss, in the lower part of the River Sog. A dam has been built across the River Sog above Írafoss at virtually the same altitude as the Ljósafoss Station outflow.
The station went on-line in 1953 using two 15.5 MW generating units and was expanded with the addition of a 16.7 MW turbine in 1963.
The Kolaportid flea market is located in the old harbor area, a few minutes from the city center. It is indoors and open every weekend.
Stalls sell vintage clothing, used books, dvds, knick knacks and antiques, as well as toys, woolen goods and more. Kolaportid is an ideal place to watch Icelanders in their natural habitat, and a great place to buy strange Icelandic delicasies such as dried fish and fermented shark, but alsot the freshest liqorice you have ever tasted and freshly baked „kleinur“. Most vendors only accept cash, there is an ATM located inside the market but the line can be quite long, so it is reccommended to get out cash in advance
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Kolaportid
The Kolaportid flea market is located in the old harbor area, a few minutes from the city center. It is indoors and open every weekend.
Stalls sell vintage clothing, used books, dvds, knick knacks and antiques, as well as toys, woolen goods and more. Kolaportid is an ideal place to watch Icelanders in their natural habitat, and a great place to buy strange Icelandic delicasies such as dried fish and fermented shark, but alsot the freshest liqorice you have ever tasted and freshly baked „kleinur“. Most vendors only accept cash, there is an ATM located inside the market but the line can be quite long, so it is reccommended to get out cash in advance
Skálholt in Biskupstungur is one of Iceland´s most important historic sites. Christianity was made state religion of Iceland by law in the year 1000 A.D. The country’s first bishop, Ísleifur Gissurarson, ordained in 1056, settled at Skálholt, which was the episcopal see of South Iceland and a center of culture and education for 700 years. Of the bishops residing there in the middle ages, Þorlákur Þórhallsson (bishop 1178-1198), Iceland’s only saint, should be remembered.
At the middle of the 16th century Icelanders, under Danish rule, converted to Lutheranism. One of the best known and most influential bishops of Skálholt after the reformation was Brynjólfur Sveinsson (bishop 1639-1674), highly respected for his learning. He had a wooden church built at Skálholt, even bigger than the 20th century cathedral, but the medieval church was the biggest one. But it is evident that they have all stood on the same basic foundations.
For centuries Skálholt was the actual capital of a rural society and the cultural and spiritual center of the country, figuring eminently in the cultural and church history. But after waning status of the bishop’s office, volcanic eruptions, a major earthquake and other disasters in the late 18th century the episcopal see and school were transferred to Reykjavík.
In the mid-20th century, new development began at Skálholt, due to its historical significance. The modern cathedral was inaugurated in 1963. It is well known for its works of modern art, as well as for artefacts from previous churches on the site. In the crypt is an exhibition from the National Museum, including the sarcophagus of bishop Páll Jónsson (bishop 1195-1211), unearthed in 1954. Since then archaeological excavations at Skálholt have revealed many interesting finds that can be seen and studied there.
The present Skálholt school is an educational and cultural center for the national Lutheran church. Accommodation and restaurant facilities — including medieval banquets by arrangement — are available all year at the Skálholt school adjacent to the cathedral. Every weekend in July summer concerts are held there, attracting many people.
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Skálholt
Skálholt in Biskupstungur is one of Iceland´s most important historic sites. Christianity was made state religion of Iceland by law in the year 1000 A.D. The country’s first bishop, Ísleifur Gissurarson, ordained in 1056, settled at Skálholt, which was the episcopal see of South Iceland and a center of culture and education for 700 years. Of the bishops residing there in the middle ages, Þorlákur Þórhallsson (bishop 1178-1198), Iceland’s only saint, should be remembered.
At the middle of the 16th century Icelanders, under Danish rule, converted to Lutheranism. One of the best known and most influential bishops of Skálholt after the reformation was Brynjólfur Sveinsson (bishop 1639-1674), highly respected for his learning. He had a wooden church built at Skálholt, even bigger than the 20th century cathedral, but the medieval church was the biggest one. But it is evident that they have all stood on the same basic foundations.
For centuries Skálholt was the actual capital of a rural society and the cultural and spiritual center of the country, figuring eminently in the cultural and church history. But after waning status of the bishop’s office, volcanic eruptions, a major earthquake and other disasters in the late 18th century the episcopal see and school were transferred to Reykjavík.
In the mid-20th century, new development began at Skálholt, due to its historical significance. The modern cathedral was inaugurated in 1963. It is well known for its works of modern art, as well as for artefacts from previous churches on the site. In the crypt is an exhibition from the National Museum, including the sarcophagus of bishop Páll Jónsson (bishop 1195-1211), unearthed in 1954. Since then archaeological excavations at Skálholt have revealed many interesting finds that can be seen and studied there.
The present Skálholt school is an educational and cultural center for the national Lutheran church. Accommodation and restaurant facilities — including medieval banquets by arrangement — are available all year at the Skálholt school adjacent to the cathedral. Every weekend in July summer concerts are held there, attracting many people.
Kerið, is a 55 m deep volcanic crater, about 3000 years old. It is a part of
a group of volcanic hills called Tjarnarhólar, and is now filled with water, creating a lake whose steep circular slopes resemble an ancient amphitheatre.
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케리드 분화구
Kerið, is a 55 m deep volcanic crater, about 3000 years old. It is a part of
a group of volcanic hills called Tjarnarhólar, and is now filled with water, creating a lake whose steep circular slopes resemble an ancient amphitheatre.
Essentials
Opening Hours
Monday-Thursday
11:00 - 18:30
Fridays
10:00 - 19:30
Saturdays
10:00 - 18:00
Sundays
12:00 - 18:00
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Bónus
42 AusturvegurOpening Hours
Monday-Thursday
11:00 - 18:30
Fridays
10:00 - 19:30
Saturdays
10:00 - 18:00
Sundays
12:00 - 18:00
Krónan
Parks & Nature
Þingvellir National Park is popular with tourists, and is one of the three key attractions within the Golden Circle. There is a visitor centre, where visitors can obtain interpretation of the history and nature of Þingvellir. There is an information centre near the camping grounds. There are hiking trails.
Scuba diving has also become popular at Silfra Lake as the continental drift between the tectonic plates made it wide enough for divers to enjoy unparalleled visibility.
´´Thingvellir National Park is home to Silfra fissure, one of the world's most spectacular and unique freshwater snorkeling spots. Clear enough to drink while on your adventure, it has almost neverending visibility. Below the surface the water is an adventure in itself but Silfra's proximity to other significant sightseeing locations makes a visit a must do for all underwater maniacs.
Þingvellir was the centre of Icelandic culture. Every year during the Commonwealth period, people would flock to Þingvellir from all over the country, sometimes numbering in the thousands. They set up dwellings with walls of turf and rock and temporary roofing and stayed in them for the two weeks of the assembly. Although the duties of the assembly were the main reason for going there, ordinary people gathered at Þingvellir for a wide variety of reasons. Merchants, sword-sharpeners, and tanners would sell their goods and services, entertainers performed, and ale-makers brewed drinks for the assembly guests. News was told from distant parts; games and feasts were held. Young people met to make their plans, no less than leading national figures and experts in law. Itinerant farmhands looked for work and vagrants begged. Þingvellir was a meeting place for everyone in Iceland, laying the foundation for the language and literature that have been a prominent part of people's lives right up to the present day
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싱벨리어 국립공원
Þingvellir National Park is popular with tourists, and is one of the three key attractions within the Golden Circle. There is a visitor centre, where visitors can obtain interpretation of the history and nature of Þingvellir. There is an information centre near the camping grounds. There are hiking trails.
Scuba diving has also become popular at Silfra Lake as the continental drift between the tectonic plates made it wide enough for divers to enjoy unparalleled visibility.
´´Thingvellir National Park is home to Silfra fissure, one of the world's most spectacular and unique freshwater snorkeling spots. Clear enough to drink while on your adventure, it has almost neverending visibility. Below the surface the water is an adventure in itself but Silfra's proximity to other significant sightseeing locations makes a visit a must do for all underwater maniacs.
Þingvellir was the centre of Icelandic culture. Every year during the Commonwealth period, people would flock to Þingvellir from all over the country, sometimes numbering in the thousands. They set up dwellings with walls of turf and rock and temporary roofing and stayed in them for the two weeks of the assembly. Although the duties of the assembly were the main reason for going there, ordinary people gathered at Þingvellir for a wide variety of reasons. Merchants, sword-sharpeners, and tanners would sell their goods and services, entertainers performed, and ale-makers brewed drinks for the assembly guests. News was told from distant parts; games and feasts were held. Young people met to make their plans, no less than leading national figures and experts in law. Itinerant farmhands looked for work and vagrants begged. Þingvellir was a meeting place for everyone in Iceland, laying the foundation for the language and literature that have been a prominent part of people's lives right up to the present day
www.re.is
Jökulsárlón with its enormous and ancient icebergs breaking off from Vatnajökull glacier, this natural wonder of Iceland is a sight you absolutely cannot miss.
The lagoon produces a feeling of incredible tranquility as the 1000-1500 year old ice silently drifts into the lake and slowly melts away. The lagoon covers 18 square kilometres (7 square miles) and reaches more than 248 metres (814 ft) at its deepest point. You may recognize the lagoon from scenes in Batman Begins, Tomb Raider and two James Bond movies.
We highly recommend you take a boat ride on the lagoon to see the icebergs up close. Jökulsárlón Glacial Boat Tour is the same as Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon Tour with the added boat tour.
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Jökulsárlón
www.re.is
Jökulsárlón with its enormous and ancient icebergs breaking off from Vatnajökull glacier, this natural wonder of Iceland is a sight you absolutely cannot miss.
The lagoon produces a feeling of incredible tranquility as the 1000-1500 year old ice silently drifts into the lake and slowly melts away. The lagoon covers 18 square kilometres (7 square miles) and reaches more than 248 metres (814 ft) at its deepest point. You may recognize the lagoon from scenes in Batman Begins, Tomb Raider and two James Bond movies.
We highly recommend you take a boat ride on the lagoon to see the icebergs up close. Jökulsárlón Glacial Boat Tour is the same as Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon Tour with the added boat tour.
Entertainment & Activities
http://www.mountainguides.is/blog/the-blue-lagoon-vs-laugarvatn-fontana/
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Laugarvatn Fontana
Laugarbraut http://www.mountainguides.is/blog/the-blue-lagoon-vs-laugarvatn-fontana/
A quote from www.hveragerdi.is website:
Excellent hiking trails.
Walkways and footpaths within town limits are excellent, and work is ongoing to mark and connect them into a coordinated whole.
Somewhat to the north of town is one of the country’s largest geothermal areas, Hengill, where plumes of steam can be seen for miles. Hiking and riding trails stretch from the town throughout Ölfusdalur valley, into the Hengill volcanic area and all the way to the Nesjavellir geothermal area and Þingvellir National Park. Along the way are warm springs where bathing is possible.
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Hveragerði
A quote from www.hveragerdi.is website:
Excellent hiking trails.
Walkways and footpaths within town limits are excellent, and work is ongoing to mark and connect them into a coordinated whole.
Somewhat to the north of town is one of the country’s largest geothermal areas, Hengill, where plumes of steam can be seen for miles. Hiking and riding trails stretch from the town throughout Ölfusdalur valley, into the Hengill volcanic area and all the way to the Nesjavellir geothermal area and Þingvellir National Park. Along the way are warm springs where bathing is possible.
From Íshestar website:
EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
Riding an Icelandic horse is something you have to experience at least once in your life. From the Íshestar Stables in Hafnarfjörður you can enjoy the friendly horses on excellent riding paths. Ride through lava fields and along beautiful green hillsides. Look for different rock formations in the lava while experiencing the special gait, tölt. This tour is ideal for beginners as well as for more experienced riders.
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Ishestar Horse Riding Centre
26 SörlaskeiðFrom Íshestar website:
EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
Riding an Icelandic horse is something you have to experience at least once in your life. From the Íshestar Stables in Hafnarfjörður you can enjoy the friendly horses on excellent riding paths. Ride through lava fields and along beautiful green hillsides. Look for different rock formations in the lava while experiencing the special gait, tölt. This tour is ideal for beginners as well as for more experienced riders.
Arts & Culture
Heritage and History in Iceland
The National Museum of Iceland’s permanent exhibition, Making of a Nation - Heritage and History in Iceland, is intended to provide insight into the history of the Icelandic nation from the Settlement to the present day.
The aim is to cast light on the Icelanders’ past by placing the cultural heritage preserved by the National Museum in a historical context, guided by the question: What makes a nation?
The exhibition includes about 2,000 objects, dating from the Settlement Age to the present, as well as about 1,000 photographs from the 20th century.
The exhibition is conceived as a journey through time: it begins with the ship in which medieval settlers crossed the ocean to their new home, it ends in a modern airport, the Icelanders’ gateway to the world.
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아이슬란드 국립박물관
41 SuðurgataHeritage and History in Iceland
The National Museum of Iceland’s permanent exhibition, Making of a Nation - Heritage and History in Iceland, is intended to provide insight into the history of the Icelandic nation from the Settlement to the present day.
The aim is to cast light on the Icelanders’ past by placing the cultural heritage preserved by the National Museum in a historical context, guided by the question: What makes a nation?
The exhibition includes about 2,000 objects, dating from the Settlement Age to the present, as well as about 1,000 photographs from the 20th century.
The exhibition is conceived as a journey through time: it begins with the ship in which medieval settlers crossed the ocean to their new home, it ends in a modern airport, the Icelanders’ gateway to the world.
Ongoing exhibition summer 2016 is THE RHYTHM OF GEYSERS, an interactive video installation, brings to the foreground the musical diversity of the geothermal site. The visitor's participation is needed for the evolution of the works on display. By participating, the user creates his/her personal experience of the visual and sound composition of the geysers. The experience of the one participating is similar to playing an instrument or rather conducting different musicians playing different instruments. The different geysers are the musical instruments of this work and the musical harmony is created by the different rhythm and pitches reached at different stages of an eruption. “The Rhythm of Geysers” is a poem dedicated to the earth in form of 36 videos and an interactive floorpiece that contains 9 pressure sensors.
Sigrún Harðardóttir studied at the Icelandic School of Art and Crafts and at the State Academie of Fine Arts, in Amsterdam. Sigrún also holds a Master's Degree of Arts in multimedia from Université du Québec à Montréal. Sigrún has shown her works for over two decades in Iceland as well as in Canada, USA, The Netherlands, Germany and in Denmark. Her works can be found in the National Gallery of Iceland, Reykjavík Art Museum, Kópavogur Art Museum, the National Bank of Iceland, at the Reykjavík Energy Corporation and at the Sudurnes Energy Corporation.
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오션뷰파크
Ongoing exhibition summer 2016 is THE RHYTHM OF GEYSERS, an interactive video installation, brings to the foreground the musical diversity of the geothermal site. The visitor's participation is needed for the evolution of the works on display. By participating, the user creates his/her personal experience of the visual and sound composition of the geysers. The experience of the one participating is similar to playing an instrument or rather conducting different musicians playing different instruments. The different geysers are the musical instruments of this work and the musical harmony is created by the different rhythm and pitches reached at different stages of an eruption. “The Rhythm of Geysers” is a poem dedicated to the earth in form of 36 videos and an interactive floorpiece that contains 9 pressure sensors.
Sigrún Harðardóttir studied at the Icelandic School of Art and Crafts and at the State Academie of Fine Arts, in Amsterdam. Sigrún also holds a Master's Degree of Arts in multimedia from Université du Québec à Montréal. Sigrún has shown her works for over two decades in Iceland as well as in Canada, USA, The Netherlands, Germany and in Denmark. Her works can be found in the National Gallery of Iceland, Reykjavík Art Museum, Kópavogur Art Museum, the National Bank of Iceland, at the Reykjavík Energy Corporation and at the Sudurnes Energy Corporation.
Food Scene
Bæjarins beztu pylsur (English: The best hot dog in town) often shortened to simply “Bæjarins beztu”, is a popular hot dog stand in central Reykjavík, Iceland. In August 2006, the British newspaper The Guardian selected Bæjarins beztu as the best hot dog stand in Europe.
The majority of Icelanders have eaten at Bæjarins beztu. It’s downtown near the harbor and has been open since 1937. Foreign visitors are often brought to the stand to introduce them to the hot dogs there, which are often called “the Icelandic national food.” Among famous people who have eaten at Bæjarins beztu are Bill Clinton, former president of the United States, and James Hetfield, vocalist of the popular heavy metal band Metallica.
A hot dog condiments include ketchup, sweet mustard, fried onion, raw onion and remolaði, a mayonnaise-based sauce with sweet relish. Hot dogs are often ordered with “the works,” i.e., all condiments, or in Icelandic “eina með öllu”.
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Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
1 TryggvagataBæjarins beztu pylsur (English: The best hot dog in town) often shortened to simply “Bæjarins beztu”, is a popular hot dog stand in central Reykjavík, Iceland. In August 2006, the British newspaper The Guardian selected Bæjarins beztu as the best hot dog stand in Europe.
The majority of Icelanders have eaten at Bæjarins beztu. It’s downtown near the harbor and has been open since 1937. Foreign visitors are often brought to the stand to introduce them to the hot dogs there, which are often called “the Icelandic national food.” Among famous people who have eaten at Bæjarins beztu are Bill Clinton, former president of the United States, and James Hetfield, vocalist of the popular heavy metal band Metallica.
A hot dog condiments include ketchup, sweet mustard, fried onion, raw onion and remolaði, a mayonnaise-based sauce with sweet relish. Hot dogs are often ordered with “the works,” i.e., all condiments, or in Icelandic “eina með öllu”.
A review from Trip Advisor:
We loved this restaurant in Selfoss! We stopped in for breakfast two mornings in a row. They have delicious (and cheap!) sandwiches, and even made me a special vegetarian sandwich. The coffee, baked goods and homemade breads were also delicious. The staff really made the experience for us. It's a family owned bakery, and everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. They told us all about traditional Icelandic baked goods, and answered all of our questions. I'd highly recommend this spot for a meal in Selfoss!
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Guðni Bakari
31b AusturvegurA review from Trip Advisor:
We loved this restaurant in Selfoss! We stopped in for breakfast two mornings in a row. They have delicious (and cheap!) sandwiches, and even made me a special vegetarian sandwich. The coffee, baked goods and homemade breads were also delicious. The staff really made the experience for us. It's a family owned bakery, and everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. They told us all about traditional Icelandic baked goods, and answered all of our questions. I'd highly recommend this spot for a meal in Selfoss!
VALDIS ice cream shop is one of the best in Reykjavik. It is close to the Reykjavik Old Harbour in a charming row of shop houses.
Take a queue number as soon as you arrive. There's a long line but they are fast. Creamy ice cream in a wide variety of flavours -liquorice, coffee yoghurt, cookies, coconut etc. in fresh crispy waffle cone. All these flavours are great! Service is fast and friendly.
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Valdís
GrandagarðurVALDIS ice cream shop is one of the best in Reykjavik. It is close to the Reykjavik Old Harbour in a charming row of shop houses.
Take a queue number as soon as you arrive. There's a long line but they are fast. Creamy ice cream in a wide variety of flavours -liquorice, coffee yoghurt, cookies, coconut etc. in fresh crispy waffle cone. All these flavours are great! Service is fast and friendly.