In the very northern capital of the world of the northernmost country, Reykjavik planets are not so many attractions, but they will all be interesting for visiting. Equally, as well as objects that can be visited independently in the vicinity of the city. Here is a list of main attractions that should be included in the visiting program to make up the most complete picture of the impressions from staying in Iceland.
1. Reykjavik Cathedral. This is the main church of the capital of Iceland. It is located almost in the city center, and the residents of the city of Chtut Cathedral, perhaps, as the main symbol of the city. Initially, the cathedral was planned to build in 1785, when the city of Scalcholt (who was the religious center of Iceland) survived serious damage due to the devastating earthquake. Still, the Reykjavik Cathedral was built, but with a little delay in two years. It was performed in the Danish architectural style of the period of colonialism. Over the past time, the construction was rebuilt several times and reconstructed. The largest reconstruction of the cathedral was produced in 1847. Then increased the area of the church building, applying various modern technologies for this. And the famous Icelandic sculptor Torvaldsen is specifically for this cathedral made a bastile font of marble. Today, it is perfectly combined with the inner decoration of the cathedral. In recent decades, the Reykjavik Cathedral has been reconstructed several times, and the famous architect Tennarnarson led the process.
2. National Museum of Iceland. It differs from other museums, first of all, the fact that the history of this northern country here you can learn, not just contemplating all sorts of archaeological exhibits, but also with the help of the most modern interactive multimedia equipment. The museum will find that you tell and show about more than a thousand-year history of the state. The most popular archaeological exhibit in the collection of the museum is the sculpture of God's sculpture made of silver. Her cast masters over a thousand years ago. There are other no less interesting exhibits in the museum. Including Viking Weapons and the famous Gudbrandur Bible 1584. In this museum there are a copy of the fisherman schooner, made in full size. A separate exposition is devoted to the reconstruction of the decoration of the traditional rural house. You will be able to see the collection of male and female Icelandic national clothes and other historically important and interesting collections of ancient things. The building of the National Museum of Iceland has a small cozy cafe. It is considered one of the most expensive in Reykjavik, but you can dine at it, completing the museum tour. Also in this museum will certainly need to go to the local souvenir shop, which is also one of the most expensive, but the best in the city. Here you can acquire traditional Icelandic souvenirs and gifts.
3. Person Hill (translated from the Icelandic "Pearl"). This urban elevation is the largest in the city and is visible absolutely from anywhere in the city. People do not live here, the hill is covered with forest. But you will not be interested in the landscape object itself, but the building that stands on his top and has the name of the same name with the hill. It looks like this construction looks like a chamomile, and each pearl petal is a hot water tank. Person today is a city boiler room, and heated with exclusively thermal waters. The construction reaches almost 26 meters in height. The first floor of Pearl is a winter garden, where various concerts of popular artists and exhibitions are regularly held. There is an interesting to visit the observation tower where panoramic telescopes are installed. Here on the fourth floor of the building there are several stores (including with souvenir and christmas products). Above the tower is the most chic in the city of a domed restaurant, with a rotating floor. And at night, the dome of the restaurant glows and takes a full panoramic turn in two hours. In one of the water tanks here is the saga museum. Here you can learn more about the traditions and national culture of Icelanders.
4. Church of Hatlgrimskirkia. The famous Lutheran Church, which is today one of the symbols of Reykjavik and one of the highest buildings of the country. The church is named after Petursson Hadlgrimura, the spiritual leader and poet, the author of the book "Passion Hymns". The project of the Church of Khatlgrimskirkia was developed by architect Gudoneom Samuelson in 1937. The construction was carried out for almost four decades. Crypt and choirs were built in 1948, the tower and wings later - only in 1974. NEM was consecrated and only in 1986. Today, the Church of Khatlgrimskirkye you can see from any corner of the city. It is located in the center, and is one of the main attractions of the entire capital. Pay attention while visiting the Church to the 15-meter Organ. His author Master Johanes Cleis from Bonna. The design weighs about 25 tons and has more than 5 thousand tubes. Today, the Church of Hatlgrimskirkye is used and as a sightseeing tower, which offers stunning views of the capital and mountains that surround it. In 1930, when 1000 years old, the US parliament, the United States presented the country to the statue of Leif Liephy, which today you can see on the square in front of the church.
5. Legavegan Street. This is the main trading artery of Reykjavik and one of the oldest shopping streets of all Iceland. Translated its name means "Washing Road" and is rooted to hot springs, where in the oldest times of the city of the city arranged laundries for washing. Modern street Legavegan was built in 1885 by the decision of the city council. She worried economic failures, first of all, in recent years. This is due to the growth of the popularity of the shopping centers of Conglan and Smarlind. Nevertheless, to this day, this historic shopping street retains its charm and today there are shops of exclusive brands of Iceland, famous for the whole country. Also Legavegan Street is today the location of most bars, restaurants and night clubs Reykjavik. Every Friday and Saturday, the street is filled with holidaymakers and tourists from around the world. By the way, the famous Museum of Icelandic Philology is located on the same street.
