THIS IS LIFE IN ICELAND: The strangest country in the world?

Summary

This video highlights 100 fascinating facts about Iceland, a unique country known for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and cultural quirks. It covers the famous Aurora Borealis, Midnight Sun, volcanoes, geysers, and waterfalls, as well as Iceland's Viking heritage, unusual traditions, and renowned film locations. The video also discusses the nation's high cost of living, strong gender equality, unique wildlife, and local delicacies like fermented shark. The content aims to spark curiosity about Iceland's natural wonders and cultural uniqueness, encouraging viewers to explore or learn more about this remarkable country.

Takeaways

• 🌋 Iceland is a land of volcanoes and glaciers, known for its stunning landscapes and unique geography.
• 🌌 Iceland is one of the best places to observe the Northern Lights, starting in mid-to-late September.
• 🌞 During Iceland's summer, the 'Midnight Sun' occurs, where the sun remains visible even at night.
• 🎄 Icelanders celebrate Christmas on a large scale with festive clothing and joy.
• 📜 The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik, the northernmost capital city in the world.
• 🏔️ Iceland is known as the 'Land of Ice and Fire' due to 11% of its surface being covered by glaciers and 30% by lava fields.
• 🐑 There are more sheep than people in Iceland, with a population of less than 400,000.
• 🐋 Iceland is a great place to spot whales, especially in the northern fjords.
• 🚫 Iceland has no army and is the only country in NATO without one.
• 📚 Iceland has one of the highest rates of book readership per capita, and many Icelanders play musical instruments.

Q & A

What are the main natural features that make Iceland a unique destination?

Iceland is known for its volcanoes, glaciers, and geothermal activity. It has unique landscapes such as lava fields, geysers, and waterfalls, earning it the nickname 'Land of Ice and Fire.'

Why is Iceland a popular location for filming movies?

Iceland's strange and dramatic geography, including volcanic landscapes and glaciers, makes it a visually striking location. It has been used in movies like *Prometheus*, *The Secret Life of Walter Mitty*, *Game of Thrones*, and *Interstellar*.

What is the significance of the Aurora Borealis in Iceland?

The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, can be seen in Iceland due to its location near the Arctic Circle. They are visible from mid or late September and are a major attraction for visitors.

How does Iceland's geography contribute to its volcanic activity?

Iceland is located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, which separates the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. This positioning leads to significant volcanic activity, with about 130 volcanoes on the island.

What unique traditions do Icelanders observe during the Christmas season?

Icelanders celebrate Christmas on a grand scale with traditional clothing, decorations, and stories like the 13 Yule Lads, who visit children each night in the 13 days leading up to Christmas. Children place their shoes in windows to receive gifts from the Yule Lads.

Why are elves and hidden people an important part of Icelandic folklore?

Elves, or hidden people, have been part of Icelandic folklore since the Viking era. Although most Icelanders do not believe in them, many avoid denying their existence outright. Some holidays are associated with elves, and certain construction projects are even diverted to avoid disturbing elf dwellings.

What is unique about Iceland's horse breed?

Iceland has its own breed of horse, the Icelandic horse, which is smaller in size. These horses are highly valued for their strength and endurance, and they are known for their ability to perform a unique gait called the 'tölt.'

How does Iceland's policy on baby names differ from other countries?

In Iceland, parents cannot name their children freely; they must choose names from an authorized list. Additionally, Icelandic surnames are patronymic or matronymic, meaning they are based on the first name of the child's parent, followed by 'son' or 'dóttir.'

What makes Iceland's food culture distinct?

Icelandic cuisine includes unique dishes such as *hákarl* (fermented shark) and *svið* (boiled sheep's head). Puffins are not only admired but also eaten in traditional meals. Icelanders also enjoy ice cream as a favorite dessert, even in cold weather.

How does Iceland's climate affect its natural wonders?

Iceland's extreme climate, with long summer days and polar nights in the winter, shapes its natural wonders. Its glaciers, geothermal springs, and waterfalls, like Dettifoss, are some of the largest and most powerful in Europe due to the country's icy and volcanic landscapes.

Outlines

00:00

🌋 Iceland: A Land of Volcanoes, Movies, and Mystical Formations

Iceland is a visually stunning country known for its volcanoes, strange land formations, and geography that attracts Hollywood filmmakers. Famous movies and shows like 'Prometheus,' 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,' 'Game of Thrones,' and 'Interstellar' were filmed there. The video promises to reveal 100 Icelandic curiosities, including natural wonders like the Aurora Borealis and the Midnight Sun. The capital city, Reykjavik, is the northernmost capital in the world, and Iceland is known for its unique traditions and high cost of living. The video also discusses Icelandic language, culture, and its people's strong connection to elves and folklore.

05:02

💸 Icelandic Culture: Salaries, Unique Dishes, and Iconic Landscapes

Iceland has one of the highest average salaries globally, around $3,600 per month. Unique culinary experiences include fermented shark, Icelandic horses, and puffins as part of their diet. Despite its small population, Iceland offers diverse landscapes, from waterfalls to glacial lakes, like the iconic Blue Lagoon. Traditional customs such as celebrating holidays with connections to elves and a strong belief in folklore are still part of Icelandic culture. Iceland also has gender equality policies, being the first country to outlaw unequal pay between men and women.

10:04

🌋 Icelandic Geography and Unique Natural Features

Iceland is located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, causing it to have significant volcanic activity, with around 130 volcanoes. The island is uniquely split between Europe and America geologically, with famous sites like Thingvellir National Park where tectonic plates separate. Iceland has beautiful natural formations, such as the Silfra Fissure, ice caves, and the Diamond Beach. Despite its small population, the country boasts natural wonders and an emphasis on sustainability and geothermal power, which is used for electricity generation. The country has no ants, a rarity in the world, and also no army.

15:06

🗿 Culture, Tradition, and Iconic Sites in Iceland

Iceland is home to many culturally significant sites, such as the Sun Voyager sculpture in Reykjavik and the Hólmavík hot springs, maintained by the community. The longest street, Laugavegur, served as the route to hot springs for laundry in earlier times. New waterfalls continue to form due to glacial melting, and historical museums and traditional architecture mark the country's historical charm. Locals maintain folklore and traditions, with holidays and customs linked to elves and legends like Gryla, who supposedly eats naughty children. The national sport is handball, and Icelanders also enjoy various other activities.

20:07

🌭 Icelandic Favorites: Hot Dogs, National Parks, and Unusual Attractions

Iceland is well-known for its love of 'psur,' Icelandic hot dogs, famously endorsed by Bill Clinton. The country has three national parks, including the largest in Europe, Vatnajökull. It is common for roads and construction to be diverted to avoid disrupting areas believed to be inhabited by elves. Museums like the one in Ísafjörður and old buildings, some dating back to the 18th century, tell the story of the country's past. Despite its extreme conditions, Icelandic hospitality and traditions shine, such as the 13 'Yule Lads' who leave gifts in children's shoes during Christmas.

Keywords

💡Aurora Borealis

The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, is a natural light display seen near the Arctic Circle, caused by solar winds interacting with Earth's atmosphere. The video mentions it as one of the spectacular sights in Iceland, especially visible from mid or late September. It reflects Iceland's unique geographical position as a top destination for observing natural wonders.

💡Midnight Sun

The Midnight Sun is a phenomenon occurring in Iceland during the summer, where the sun remains visible at midnight due to the country’s location near the Arctic Circle. The video describes it as a fairy-tale-like experience, where the sun never sets, contributing to Iceland's magical and strange environment.

💡Polar Night

The Polar Night refers to the period in Iceland's winter when the sun does not rise, leaving the country in darkness for 24 hours a day. This phenomenon contrasts with the Midnight Sun and highlights Iceland's extreme seasonal light conditions, making it a land of unique and awe-inspiring natural experiences.

💡Elves (Huldufólk)

Elves, or 'Huldufólk,' are mythological beings in Icelandic folklore believed to live in hidden places such as rocks and caves. The video touches on how, despite modern beliefs, many Icelanders are unwilling to deny their existence. These beings are linked to several Icelandic holidays and traditions, such as lighting candles for elves on New Year’s Eve.

💡Geysir

A Geysir is a natural hot spring that periodically ejects a column of hot water and steam. Iceland's Great Geysir is one of the most impressive in the world, launching water up to 80 meters high. Geysers are a notable feature of Iceland’s geothermal activity, showcasing its volcanic landscape and natural beauty.

💡Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon is a famous geothermal spa in Iceland, known for its silica- and sulfur-rich waters that are heated naturally between 37 to 39°C. Mentioned in the video as a major tourist attraction, it reflects Iceland’s connection to geothermal energy and natural hot springs, offering both relaxation and health benefits.

💡Thingvellir National Park

Thingvellir National Park is a site of great historical and geological significance in Iceland. It is where the Althing, one of the oldest parliaments in the world, was established in 930 AD. Geologically, it's also where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, making it a key location to observe tectonic activity.

💡Icelandic Horse

The Icelandic horse is a small, hardy breed unique to Iceland. It is known for its strength, sure-footedness, and its special gait, the 'tölt.' This horse is a cultural symbol of Iceland and plays an essential role in Icelandic agriculture and tourism, as seen in its mention in the video as part of Iceland's traditions and rural life.

💡Reykjavik

Reykjavik is the capital city of Iceland and the northernmost capital in the world. The video mentions it as a cultural hub, featuring landmarks like the Hallgrímskirkja church and the Sun Voyager sculpture. It serves as a gateway for tourists exploring Iceland’s natural and urban landscapes.

💡Volcanoes

Iceland is known for its volcanic activity due to its position on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. The video refers to famous eruptions, such as Eyjafjallajökull in 2010, highlighting the island’s geological activity. Iceland’s identity as the 'Land of Ice and Fire' stems from the coexistence of glaciers and volcanoes, shaping its landscape and culture.

Highlights

Iceland is famous for its stunning natural beauty, including volcanoes, glaciers, and unique geography.

The country is often chosen by Hollywood directors for filming movies, such as 'Prometheus,' 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,' 'Game of Thrones,' and 'Interstellar.'

Iceland is an ideal location to witness the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) from mid to late September.

During summer, the 'Midnight Sun' phenomenon allows for clear skies and daylight even at midnight.

Iceland is known for both extreme weather conditions like polar nights in winter, where the sun doesn’t appear for 24 hours.

Icelandic parents can only choose baby names from an approved list, containing about 2,520 names.

Icelanders follow a unique naming system where surnames are derived from their parent’s first name with the suffix 'son' or 'daughter.'

Elves, known as 'Huldufólk' or hidden people, are part of Icelandic folklore, and many locals don't deny their existence.

The country has a rich tradition of whale watching, with whales commonly seen in the northern fjords.

Iceland’s cost of living is high, with a meal costing around $40, while an apartment can cost approximately $1,600.

Iceland is home to 'Geysir,' one of the world’s most powerful geysers, which can shoot water up to 80 meters.

The 'Blue Lagoon' is Iceland's most famous geothermal spa, with warm waters rich in silica and sulfur.

Iceland has no army, despite being a member of NATO, making it the only NATO country without one.

Iceland has a thriving book-reading culture, with the highest number of books read per person globally.

The 'Thingvellir' National Park is historically significant, as it was the site of Iceland’s first parliament, founded in 930 AD.

Transcripts

Iceland is one of the most beautiful

countries you can visit if you have the

privilege of doing so it will surely

leave you in awe and if you have already

been I'm sure you agree it is a land of

volcanoes you may recall the eruption of

aaal in 2010 and also the more recent

one of

H excuse my pronunciation but as you

will see I isic words are really

difficult to pronounce in fact in this

video we will teach you the most common

ones Iceland is also a country of such

strange formations and geography that it

is one of the main countries Hollywood

directors choose to film their movies do

you remember this scene from Prometheus

yes it's Iceland this from The Secret

Life of Walter midi is also in Iceland

this from Game of Thrones or this from

Interstellar stay with me to discover

these 100 Iceland Curiosities you will

learn aspects of this country that can't

be seen anywhere else in the world

before we start I ask that you give it a

like it really gives me a lot of

motivation to keep making videos like

this let's begin one due to its location

near the Arctic Circle Iceland is a

great place to observe the beautiful

Aurora Borealis they usually start in

mid or late

September two throughout Iceland during

the summer the kns are clear clear and

white like a fairy tale that means you

can wake up at 12: at night and if there

is a visible Moon you can observe it in

a day that seems magical and strange it

is known as the Midnight Sun three

during the winter is the polar night and

the Sun is hidden 24 hours a

day four icelanders celebrate Christmas

on a grand scale they usually dress in

clothes with Christmas prints such as

reindeer or Santa Claus sweaters and it

is a time characterized by excitement

and happiness five this is a picture of

Iceland in the middle of winter six the

first name of the country was sunand

coined by the Viking Navigator nador one

of the first settlers of the farway

islands seven the capital city of

Iceland is rikic the northernmost

capital city in the world eight it is

called the land of Ice and Fire because

11% of its surface is covered by

glaciers and 30% by lava Fields nine

Iceland is the second largest island in

Europe after Great Britain 10 these are

traditional houses in

Iceland 11 in Iceland parents cannot

name their children as they please they

must choose from an authorized list of

about 25 200 names per gender 12

surnames in Iceland are formed by the

first name of their father or mother

with the suffix son son or don't

daughter 13 hello in Icelandic is

pronounced Hollow thank you is talk yes

is yah no is nay goodbye is bless 14 the

most common men's names in Iceland are

hon

seur and good mundur while for women the

most popular are gun Anna and

Christine 15 icelanders are some of the

tallest people in the world

men on average measure 1.81 M and women

1.68 m 16 in Iceland you can visit the

great Geyer one of the most impressive

in the world able to launch boiling

water up to 80 M

High 17 it is a very small country with

fewer than 400,000 inhabitants it has

more sheep than inhabitants there are

600,000 sheep 18 the cost of living in

Iceland is high a meal at a cheap

restaurant costs around $40 a Coke about

$3 an imported beer more than $7 and a

one room apartment approximately

$1,600 depending on the

area 19 elves hula folk or hidden people

have been part of Icelandic history

since the Vikings first arrived on the

island most icelanders do not believe in

elves but a large portion of the

population is not willing to deny their

existence 20 there are four Icelandic

holidays that are considered to have a

special connection to elves New Year's

Eve 13th night January 6th summer night

and Christmas night 21 on New Year's Eve

icelanders light candles to guide the

elves on their journey in search of new

places 22 Iceland is a magnificent place

to see whales they can be seen around

the island and in the North Northern

fjords there is a permanent

population 23 the average salary in

Iceland is around

$3600 per month one of the highest in

the world 24 a typical Icelandic dish is

hakarl fermented shark it is made from

Greenland shark meat buried with stones

for months and dried the final product

smells of

ammonia 25 a century ago all alcoholic

beverages were banned but soon after all

were legalized except for beer beer was

legalized on March 1st

1989 they say that due to this contrast

Icelandic men and women are strong

drinkers 26 the most famous thermal

Waters in Iceland are those of the Blue

Lagoon or lagona asul a geothermal spa

located Southwest near the airport the

waters are at an average temperature

between 37 to 39° C and are rich in

silica and

sulfur 27 Iceland is one of the places

where puffins colorful beaked seabirds

reside but they are not only admired

they are also eaten even their fresh

heart is eaten raw as part of a

traditional

meal 28 the vestman islands archipelago

is home to the world's largest colony of

Atlantic puffins 29 Iceland has its own

horse breed the Icelandic horse which is

small and size 30 in the think valer

National Park is the silra fure one of

two places on Earth where you can

observe the boundary between two of the

largest tectonic plates there the North

American and Eurasian tectonic plates

are separated 31 the thing valer

National Park also has historical

importance as the all thingi or

Icelandic Parliament was founded there

in the year 930 ad one of the oldest in

the world 32 the suffix fos and

Icelandic means waterfall and there are

certainly some interesting ones in

Iceland like round faar the lava

waterfall where the water falls directly

from the interior of a solid lava field

33 dettifoss is a waterfall that is 45 M

high and 100 m wide with a flow rate of

400 cubic m/s given that Iceland is

considered a European country this

waterfall is the highest flow in Europe

34 RIS fiara is known as the black Beach

of the trolls for its large basaltic

formations according to tradition the

three large Stone outcroppings emerging

from the sea would be petrified trolls

caught by the Light of the sun 35 among

the most followed YouTubers in Iceland

are Koo the Icelandic blues rock band or

self-portrait photographer sella Amore

36 haor Julio arson one of the strongest

men in the world over 2 m tall is

Icelandic you may remember him playing

the mountain in Game of

Thrones 37 Anita bream austa Ava Erin J

and Hara hilmer are famous Icelandic

actresses 38 Iceland is the first

country in the world to have made it

illegal to pay men more than women 39

want to go to Iceland and save money

hitchhiking is common among Travelers

and icelanders are used to picking them

up but be careful if you're in a remote

location you could be waiting for hours

and not find a car or not be lucky and

the few that pass by don't

stop 40 icelanders are very hardworking

people Iceland is the country in Europe

with the highest number of working hours

the average work week is 43.5

hours 41 Icelandic women have won the

missworld pageant three times so they

also have the highest number of

beautiful women per capita 42 the wind

in Iceland is so varied that in their

language there were more than 100 words

to talk about wind 43 according to

Icelandic mythology Gila is a giant who

has the ability to detect children who

have been naughty during the year and

comes from the mountains during

Christmas to find and eat them 44

according to Icelandic tradition it is

better to have received new clothing

before Christmas Eve or else the fierce

Ule cat roaming the snowy Fields will

devour you 45 Iceland is one of the

countries with the highest longevity in

the world with 83 years for women and 80

for men 46 in this country there are

around 48% women and 52% men with an

average age of 38.4 years 47 Iceland's

water is one of the purest in the world

so it does not require

treatment 48 all icelanders speak

English in addition to Icelandic and

also learn Danish although they speak it

little 49 a genetic study of the

population of Iceland indicates that the

majority of the men who settled in the

country were of Nordic origin while the

majority of the women came from Ireland

50 Iceland has such icy surfaces that

there are no conditions for the survival

of ants so this country is the only one

in which ants do not exist 51 Iceland is

an Island located on the midatlantic

ridge between America and Europe

therefore it has a lot of volcanic

activity with about 130 volcanoes of

which 30 are active 52 technically from

a geological point of view half of

Iceland is American and the other half

is

European 53 although it has only 12

professional football players it

eliminated England in the Euro

2016 54 it is the only country in NATO

that has no Army 55 the word duvet comes

from ader an Icelandic duck whose

feathers were used to fill

duvet 56 the roads in Iceland are quite

unique the only one in optimal condition

is Road one or Ring Road which rounds

the island as the number indicating the

road increases the worse it

is 57 next to the jokul Saron glacial

Lake you will find Diamond Beach you

will see a unique spectacle with ice

flows floating in the river and sea as

well as large chunks of ice like

diamonds on the

shore 58 it is one of the countries in

the world where the most books are read

per person and almost all its

inhabitants play some musical instrument

59 the Halm Kira or halor church is a

Lutheran church located in

rikic the capital of Iceland its facade

is inspired by the lava flows of the

island at 74.5 M it is the highest

building in the country 60 only 23% of

Iceland's territory has vegetation and

14% is covered by Ice 61 some rivers in

Iceland flow indifferent to the the cold

and that is because their Waters reach

50° C 62 if you visit Iceland you should

go hiking at solai mokul a glacier in

southern Iceland between the volcanoes

katla and ahai jalou you will walk on

solidified lava surrounded by intense

White

Ice 63 a major tourist attraction in

Iceland is visiting Ice Caves of

glaciers and admiring the variations of

light and color of the ice from White to

turquoise blue 64 as is logical with so

many thermal upwellings in Iceland there

are geothermal power plants which use

the steam from the interior of the earth

to generate electricity 65 this is one

of the best connected countries to the

internet you have Wi-Fi signal

throughout the

island 66 Jules Vern was inspired by the

Icelandic volcano snaf jul on the snel

nness peninsula for his novel Journey to

the center of the

earth 67 in Iceland they practice the

Nordic nap for babies that is they are

left in their strollers parked at the

doors of shops cafes or restaurants to

sleep while their parents shop or have

lunch 68 the national flower of Iceland

is the eight petal drad or HTA solle a

shrub with eight white petals and

numerous yellow

stamans 69 the national animal of ice is

the gear

Falcon 70 svig is a traditional dish of

Iceland which consists of a sheep's head

cut in half from which the hair and

brains are removed and it is boiled

sometimes it is cured in lactic

acid 71 Iceland's favorite dessert is

ice cream especially Broger fur a

mixture of ice cream and candy and

options to choose from such as crushed

candy cookies licorice fruits

72 at skoga fos a waterfall located on

the skoga river there is a legend that

the first Viking colonizer in the area

buried treasure in a cave behind the

waterfall if you happen to see it when

you take the handle of the chest it

disappears 73 on the beaches of itri

Tunga in the south of the SN felis

Peninsula and hitan in the west fjords

you can observe

seals 74 near near to nafer in the west

fjords you can find the natural Hot

Springs of polarine you can enjoy them

for free as they are maintained by the

residents of the town without asking for

anything in

return 75 on the shores of the scus fer

Fjord in the city of Isa fjer you will

find the Heritage Museum of the West

fjords with a permanent exhibition in

one of the oldest houses in the

city 76 Iceland's most famous sculpture

is in its capital rikic and is called

the Sun Voyager designed by yon gunar

areson to commemorate the city's

Bicentennial it is a steel sculpture

that resembles a Viking

ship 77 the longest street in Iceland

and one of the oldest is laa veur in the

center of rikic it measures 2 km and its

name means Water Street as it used to be

the path to the hot springs to wash

clothes

78 in Iceland new waterfalls appear

periodically due to the melting of

glaciers until 2007 the glamour

waterfall at 197 M high was the highest

in the country but in that year another

one moraros appeared at 228 M 79 in ruic

is the pein Natural History Museum which

has an impressive glass

Dome they have even recreated a glacier

cave inside with sounds ice and at 15°

below zero 80 icelanders love to

practice sports such as football

basketball volleyball and horseback

riding but the national sport of Iceland

is actually handball 81 in Iceland there

were only seven species of terrestrial

mammals that live in the wild the arctic

fox the reindeer The Mink the field

mouse the house mouse the brown rat and

the black rat

82 in Iceland there are no trains or

Subway people travel by car on foot or

by bus in the

capital 83 one of the typical dishes of

Iceland is cmar a kind of pudding made

of cod stomach filled with its liver

sounds delicious

right 84 the iconic liquor of Iceland is

Brenin and sometimes called sarti Dai

which means Black Death it is made from

fermented potato mash and flavored with

caraway seeds 85 in Iceland it is

illegal to have snakes lizards and

Turtles as pets and only dogs can be

kept with a special permit there are no

problems with cats 86 it sounds strange

but boxing was banned in Iceland until

2002 as it was considered to incite

violence 87 the highest peak in Iceland

is Havana d nuor at 2,19 M located in

the northeast of the orai fokal volcano

the biggest challenge is learning the

name 88 in Iceland there are no

mosquitoes the only one that exists is

preserved at the Icelandic Institute of

natural history and was captured by GLE

maralen in the 1980s in an airplane

cabin 89 icelanders have the highest

number of Nobel prizes per capita in the

world not because they have many nobels

there's only one halor Kon loxes the

1955 Nobel Prize in literature but

because they have a small

population 90 The Cliff at latra Cape

that houses millions of seabirds is the

largest bird cliff in

Europe 91 although Iceland is not

tropical at the University of

agriculture in Iceland they maintain a

small banana plantation they produce

bananas every 18 months due to the

peculiar light

cycle 92 van nul is the largest glacier

in Europe in volume and the second in

area covering 8% of Iceland's land

mass 93 Icelandic Children Place their

shoes in the window of their bedroom

every night for 13 days before Christmas

this is because they receed the visit of

the 13 ual Lads each of whom leaves a

small

gift 94 I land is one of the few

countries that has a genetic information

Bank of all its inhabitants as well as a

huge genealogical

database 95 the harpa concert hall is

the conference and Concert Hall in rikic

and its facade is made up of many pieces

of glass of different sizes and shapes

that reflect both the sky and the Sea 96

Iceland has three national parks

including the largest in Europe vanok

National Park then there is snif yokal

National Park and think valer National

Park 97 Iceland has a high perit a

number of cars with 1.5 vehicles for

each

inhabitant 98 in Iceland it is common to

divert the path of Roads or alter

construction projects to avoid affecting

Rocky areas where it is believed that

houses or churches of elves

exist 99 the local Museum in Isa fer is

the oldest building in Iceland dating

back to

1734 in Iceland old houses have the year

they were built on their

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facades 100 icelanders Love psur

Icelandic hot dogs in rikic there is a

famous street vendor because Bill

Clinton commented that they were the

best hot dogs in the

world we have finished with these

Curiosities about Iceland if you know

more because you have visited the

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