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in ArticlesHaving one of the lowest crime rates in the world, the streets of Reykjavík aren't exactly known for being super mean. With a lack of bad guys to chase, the Reykjavík Metropolitan Police set up an Instagram account in the summer of 2012 to show some of the every day things their police officers get up [...]
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Take A Virtual Horseback Ride Through The Magical Landscapes Of Iceland
Do yourself a favor. Get yourself a nice cup of your favorite hot beverage, sit back, relax and watch this incredibly soothing video of equestrians taking around 45 Icelandic horses out for a ride on a typical rainy Icelandic summer day. Filmed in North Iceland, the video takes us through beautiful green valleys, over a […] More
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Icelanders Celebrate The End Of Christmas With Bonfires For The Elves
Today (6th of January) marks the Epiphany, which for many Christians around the world commemorates the visit of the Three Wise Men to the infant Jesus Christ and His baptism. For Icelanders however, the Epiphany officially marks the end of Christmas and is celebrated in a somewhat pagan fashion. This uniquely Icelandic celebration is known [...] -
The Hidden Waterfalls Of The Remote Strandir Region In The Westfjords
The region of Strandir (which translates to ‘The Coasts’) is one of the more remote areas of Iceland, and was for centuries known as a refuge for sorcerers and criminals. Strandir lies on the Westfjords’ eastern edge and is renowned for its rugged beauty, consisting of beaches strewn with driftwood, seals lazing about on rocks, […] More
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Incredible Drone Footage Of The Firework Display In Reykjavik On New Year’s Eve
Anyone who’s spent New Year’s Eve in Reykjavík will tell you it’s an extraordinary experience, especially given the fact that there are no official firework displays in the city. This legendary night is very much created by the local people of Reykjavík who collectively do an amazing job with the pyrotechnics and celebrations. Half an […] More
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Icelandic Christmas Traditions
The Icelandic Christmas period is an intriguing mixture of religious practice and traditional folklore. As many countries do, Iceland celebrates Christmas (Jól in Icelandic) mostly with good food and presents to loved ones, but unlike most countries that only have a single Father Christmas/Santa Claus character, Icelandic children are fortunate enough to be visited by [...] -
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Jennifer Lawrence To Star In ‘Burial Rites’ – A Film About A Famous Icelandic Murderess
Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence is to play the role of Agnes Magnúsdóttir in the 19th century true-crime drama 'Burial Rites', which is being directed by Luca Guadagnino, who is a front-runner in the Oscar race this year with his romance-drama 'Call Me by Your Name'. Lawrence will not only star in, but also produce the [...] -
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Beautiful Video By ‘Horses Of Iceland’ Does A Great Job At Showcasing This Majestic Breed
The Icelandic Horse is well known for being small and strong, but it’s also one of the oldest and purest of equine breeds. They are descendants of horses originally brought over to Iceland by the first Viking settlers and due to a law passed in the 10th century stating that no new livestock from outside […] More
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Incredible Drone Video Captures Some Of Iceland’s Natural Wonders
Thinking about traveling to Iceland? This video will make you want to pack your bags immediately. “ÍSLAND”, by aerial video specialist Andre Mercier, does a fantastic job at capturing the beauty of Iceland’s landscape in summer. Taking in miles of black sand beaches, a number of Iceland’s renowned waterfalls such as Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, and […] More
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Police Called After Tourists Venture Onto Frozen Glacial Lagoon
Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon in south Iceland is a big favorite among travelers. The stunning lagoon is full of icebergs which contentiously break off the nearby Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. The area is a magical place to visit any day of the year, but on an extra cold winter’s day, the lagoon sometimes freezes over and drift ice piles […] More









