Sure, it's a barren island in the North Atlantic -- yet with its hopping capital of Reykjavík, impressive nature, and adventure tourism (oh, and Björk), it still manages to be one of the world's cooler - as it were - places to visit. Did we mention there are elves?


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Reykjavík´s Hallgrímskirkja one of "8 Gems among Europe's Lesser Known Cathedrals and Churches"

Dolf van der Haven   Named after 17th-century poet and cleric Hallgrimur Petursson, this isn't a Lutheran cathedral but a church - Iceland's largest, at 244 feet tall, and perhaps the capital's most It took 41 years to build, inaugurated in 1986, and its design is said to evoke the basalt lava flows of Iceland’s rugged natural landscape. There's also an observation deck (reachable by elevator) to get a bird's-eye view over Reykjavík and the surrounding mountains. read post  

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Exploring awesome Iceland on four unforgettable tours

  Iceland is known for its breathtakingly beautiful natural wonders, including cascading waterfalls and majestic glaciers. But there's so much more to discover. On an unforgettable journey across the real Iceland, you'll get to explore some of the country's hidden gems, from and rugged landscapes and beautiful beaches (yes!) to fascinating cultural attractions. Along the way you'll learn more about the fascinating history and culture of this captivating country. So come join us and…

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Iceland cited in 'Using Astrology to Plan Travel this Holiday Season'

fshok.com Still vibrant and popular today, the five-thousand-year-old art of astrology can identify, say, business and romantic opportunities or challenges. And those celestial bodies slinking about the stars can also help pinpoint optimal times and places for travel. And since destinations have their own astro-charts -- which interact with yours -- astrology can even serve as a kind of spiritual travel agent. It can tell you, for example, about places likely to be harmonious or challenging…

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