STOKKSEYRI AND THE RETURN. LIFE BETWEEN ISLAND AND MAINLAND
For thousands of evacuated islanders, the eruption did not end when the lava cooled. What followed was a life meant to be temporary – one that lasted for months, sometimes years.One of the places that received evacuees was Stokkseyri, a small, quiet fishing village on Iceland’s south coast.A Temporary HomeThe state disaster fund imported hundreds […]
VESTMANNAEYJAR 1973: THE ERUPTION THAT CHANGED AN ISLAND
On the night of January 22-23, 1973, the residents of Vestmannaeyjar woke to a world literally breaking apart. A long fissure opened in the ground at the edge of the town of Heimaey, sending fountains of lava into the air. The eruption of the volcano Eldfell began without warning-only a few hundred meters from people’s […]
GULLFOSS – THE WATERFALL SAVED BY ONE WOMAN’S DETERMINATION
Gullfoss is one of the most recognizable symbols of Icelandic nature and ranks among Europe’s most powerful waterfalls. Located on the Golden Circle route, it captivates not only with its scale and raw beauty but also with the extraordinary story of the fight to preserve it in its natural state. Hvítá River WaterfallGullfoss formed on […]
SROKKUR – A VISIBLE RHYTHM OF ICELANDIC GEOTHERMAL POWER
Strokkur is not the largest geyser in Iceland, nor the most powerful, but it is one of the clearest examples of how an active geothermal system works in real time. Its strength lies in regularity. Instead of a rare, unpredictable event, Strokkur offers a repeating process that can be observed again and again, almost like […]
ÞINGVELLIR – THE NATIONAL PARK ON THE EDGE OF CONTINENTS
Þingvellir National Park (also spelled Thingvellir in English) is one of Iceland’s most important sites – not only for its natural beauty but also for its historical and cultural significance. Located about 40 km east of Reykjavík, it stretches across a wide rift valley marking the boundary between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. This is […]
THINGS YOU MUST KNOW BEFORE VISITING SELFOSS
Selfoss is a key town in southern Iceland and an ideal base for exploring the Golden Circle and South Coast. Located along the mighty Ölfusá River, it blends authentic local culture with excellent connectivity. 1. Capital of the Ölfus Region Selfoss serves as the main administrative, commercial, and service hub for the Ölfus region. Roads […]
SELJALANDSFOSS -A WATERFALL YOU CAN WALK BEHIND ON ICELAND’S SOUTH COAST
Seljalandsfoss is one of Iceland’s most iconic and photographed waterfalls, located on the country’s scenic South Coast. Its elegant, narrow cascade plunges 60 meters from a former sea cliff, creating a shimmering curtain of water that is visible from afar. What makes Seljalandsfoss truly unique is the rare opportunity to walk behind the waterfall, offering […]
HVERABRAUÐ – ICELANDIC BREAD BAKED IN HOT EARTH
Iceland is famous for its dramatic landscapes, geysers, glaciers, and hot springs. One of the most fascinating culinary traditions of the island is hverabrauð – a traditional bread baked in the ground near geothermal sources. This method combines history, nature, and a flavor that is hard to forget. TRADITION AND HISTORY The history of hverabrauð […]
CHURCHES OF ICELAND: PLACES OF TRANSCENDENCE IN A HARSH LAND
Iceland is a country where nature itself dictates the rhythm of life. Rugged fjords, volcanic plains, glaciers, and endless tundra create a backdrop for human history, as people have struggled for millennia to find meaning and belonging in this landscape. In this context, Icelandic churches are not merely places of worship – they are symbols […]
KELDNAKIRKJA AND TURF HOUSES IN KELDUR – 150 YEARS OF ICELANDIC HISTORY
In 2025, Keldnakirkja (Keldna Church) in Keldur celebrates the 150th anniversary of its original church, built in 1875. This remarkable site in Iceland combines religious, literary, and architectural heritage, making it one of the most historically significant locations in southern Iceland. Keldur is renowned for its well-preserved turf houses, rare examples of traditional Icelandic construction, […]