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World in Words
At World in Words, visitors can view the Icelandic manuscripts, the nation’s most precious cultural heritage. The manuscripts contain many ancient and renowned sagas and poems, as well as various other texts that reflect how previous generations thought about their lives and society.
The illumination of the Hamburg tree Saturday 26th of November
On Saturday, November 26 at 5:00 p.m., the lights on the Hamburg Tree at Miðbakki in Reykjavík Harbor will be lit for the 57th time.
The illuminaton of the Yule Cat
On Saturday the 16th of November at 15:30, the illumination of the famous Icelandic Yule Cat will take place on Lækjartorg square. The mayor of Reykjavík Dagur B. Eggertsson will welcome the cat with a few words, and the choir Graduale Futuri will sing some Christmas songs. We also heard that the infamous troll parents of the Yule Lads, Grýla and Leppalúði will be there to greet and meet guests. …
The Color Run – The Happiest 5k on the planet!
A colorful Saturday ahead: Close to 12.000 colorful runners will pack the streets of downtown Reykjavik on Saturday in The Color Run by Alvogen.
Ísafold Spa
Ísafold Spa is a carefully designed wellness retreat that provides a comfortable and relaxing environment. Spacious hot tub, along with a steam bath, a relaxation area next to the hot tub and dressing rooms. A massage room is located at the spa offering an excellent selection of massage treatments. Ísafold Spa is an ideal place to let fatigue melt away and return rejuvenated after a relaxing…
CHILDREN'S CULTURE FESTIVAL OPENS TODAY!
Hundreds of kids from schools around Reykjavík attended a special event today at the Harpa Concert Hall to celebrate the start of the city’s fourth Children's Culture Festival.
LÓKAL – International Theatre Festival 2013!
This year the LÓKAL theatre festival takes place in Reykjavík from August 28th - September 1st. This is the festival’s 6th edition and presents quirky, stripped-down, edgy performances complimented with storytelling and the use of both out-of-date and state-of-the-art technology. With performances by up-and-coming theatre-makers from Norway, Finland, Canada, Belgium and Iceland, the…
Another eruption at Holuhraun
Another fissure eruption started around 04:00 GMT Sunday on the same fissure which erupted Friday.The eruption is located at Holuhraun north of Bardarbunga volcano, about 250 km in direct line from Reykjavik. This area is one of the most remote places in Iceland, with no permanent inhabitants nearby. Popular tourist attractions located near the eruption site, including parts of Iceland's…
Erró: The Power Of Images
Erró is one of the few Icelandic artists who has gained a foothold in the international art scene. The Power of Images is a comprehensive overview of the artist's colourful career that has made use of various media in the visual arts.
Pink Iceland
Pink Iceland plans destination weddings and elopements in Iceland, operates private tours, and creates tailor-made luxury travel.