13 reasons for traveling to Iceland. Midnight sunshine in Iceland
Iceland's latitude is very high, close to the Arctic Circle, which makes the day length from mid-May to the end of July even reach about 24 hours every year. June 20-22 is the summer solstice in Iceland. Is it amazing? Midnight sunshine? It will also appear: at this time, the sun will slowly set after midnight and quietly hang in the air before three in the morning.
Nothing is more memorable than enjoying the lonely sunshine in the silent and empty midnight. It will also be a very special experience to watch the beautiful scenery and strange landforms in Iceland in the bright summer.
We offer you a series of wonderful midnight sunshine tours, such as the very popular Golden Ring Tour, horseback riding tour and midnight mountain hiking tour.
2. Northern Lights in Iceland
Iceland's unique geographical location determines that it is one of the most suitable countries to observe the Northern Lights in the world, and September to mid-April is the best time to watch this natural wonder. Choose a sunny winter night and enjoy the mysterious green aurora dancing gently in the air. That feeling will definitely make you unforgettable.
Here I suggest that you might as well leave the city center, stay away from light pollution and the hustle and bustle of the city, and have a higher probability of capturing the strongest and most beautiful aurora. Iceland has many tour guides who specialize in leading the Aurora Group, and will help you find the best observation time and place. If you are interested, you might as well give it a try!
3. geothermal hot springs in Iceland
Iceland is rich in water resources. Pure drinking water comes from mountains and glaciers that have never been developed. Icelanders are also very proud of their water resources. In fact, Icelanders have a long history of using geothermal water resources. Natural geothermal hot springs are distributed all over Iceland, and the most spectacular one is probably the hot spring nature reserve in Landman Narugar, an inland highland.
The volcano in Landman Naruka Highland is very strange, as if from another world. It's really pleasant to soak in the hot spring and enjoy this spectacle. Here, I recommend Splendid Inland Highland Super Jeep Group to you. Before you experience the comfortable hot springs, you can visit them, including H? Ives Falls, Lj? Several scenic spots, including Tipole Volcanic Lake.
4. Whales in Iceland
There are more than 20 kinds of whales living in the waters around Iceland. In recent years, Iceland has gradually become one of the most popular whale watching places in Europe. Join the whale watching group from Reykjavik, and you can see minke whales, beaked whales, porpoises and other species; Husavi (H? sav？ K) In the ancient whale watching group, there is even a chance to see huge humpback whales!
It is a very precious experience to get close to lovely whales in the vast sea. Many whale watching groups also include visiting the cliffs by the sea and having the opportunity to see Iceland's national bird puffins!
5.sinville national park
Sinville National Park (? Ingvellir is located in the southwest of Iceland, about 45 minutes' drive from Reykjavik, the capital. It has great historical and geographical significance and is one of the most unforgettable attractions in Iceland. Iceland's earliest democratic parliament? Al. Inge? It was founded here in 930 AD, and its first meeting was held in Naji, arman, which belongs to the mid-Atlantic ridge. It was held near the canyon.
Sinville is also one of the world cultural heritages of the United Nations. Besides, Iceland's second largest lake park has beautiful scenery? Singh Guevara Lake (? Ingvallavatn) and famous diving and snorkeling resorts? Silvra and others are a miracle not to be missed.
6. Iceland's glaciers
Iceland is full of volcanoes and glaciers, and is called. Land of ice and fire? . 1 1% Iceland is covered by glaciers, the largest of which is called Vatna Glacier (Vatna Glacier? Kull), located in the southern and central highlands.
Glaciers have created countless unforgettable scenery, located in the southeast of Jagushalon Ice Lake (J? Coors. rl？ N) is one of the most famous scenic spots. Huge ice cubes mined nearby? Amerkuzi? Kuer glacier breaks and floats on the surface of the ice lake, just like a fairyland. Jiegu Salon Ice Lake Tour Group has always been very popular. When you travel to Iceland, you must not miss it.
Icelanders have stepped into the inner world of glaciers, and you can easily find a series of exciting glacier tours, including hiking, snowmobiling and helicopters.
7. Icelandic cuisine
Iceland's diet style is very unique. Icelanders combine their ancestors' primitive cooking methods with modern people's eating habits perfectly, make full use of the raw materials on this high-latitude volcanic island, overcome the harsh natural environment for thousands of years, and make the most special and unforgettable food.
Relying on advanced greenhouse planting and farming techniques, coupled with Icelandic people's strong demand for the freshness of raw materials, Icelandic food has a completely different style from other Nordic countries, which is a mixture of immigrants' pursuit of freedom and respect for tradition? Delicious leg of lamb and fresh seafood are the most outstanding representatives. There are many fine restaurants in Iceland. If you want to taste the authentic Icelandic flavor, you might as well try it.
8. Mountains in Iceland
There are many mountains all over Iceland, making it an ideal place for many climbers to conquer in their lives. There are many undulating peaks around Reykjavik, the capital. It takes only 20 minutes to bid farewell to the noise of the city and start a wonderful hiking trip.
The climbing difficulty, length and height of Icelandic mountains are different, which can provide rich choices for mountain climbers. There are many mountain tours for you to choose from. Whether you want to conquer the mountains in front of you, experience the satisfaction of overlooking, or slowly measure every inch of Iceland, you will definitely get an unforgettable travel experience!
9. Horses in Iceland
Icelandic horses have played an important role in the cultural and historical development of this country and are one of the most important reasons why many animal lovers visit Iceland. When the first Viking colonists set foot on Iceland, they also brought the best horse breeds. After centuries of breeding and adaptation, they have shaped the gentle personality and strong physique of Icelandic horses today.
Friendly behavior and uniqueness of horses? Five steps? As well as the ability to cross steep terrain without obstacles, equestrian groups have become one of the most popular projects for tourists. The lovely Icelandic horse will take you deep into the wild and enjoy the purest and most pleasant natural scenery.
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The ancient volcanic eruption shaped Iceland today, and there are still many active volcanoes on the island today. Although no one can guarantee that you will see a volcanic eruption when you travel to Iceland, the exciting volcanic tour group is also a good opportunity to feel the mysterious power of nature.
Famous? r？ hn？ kag？ The Gul Volcano Expedition will take you deep into the dormant volcano, appreciate the fairy-tale mysterious world and feel the unspeakable power and mystery.
1 1. Black beaches in Iceland
Although Iceland has no bright sunshine, warm breeze and pleasant temperature, its beautiful beaches have always attracted the attention of tourists from all over the world.
Located in the southern town of Vic (V? K) The nearby Reynisfjara in Renis is one of the most famous places. The mysterious basalt columns on the beach, powerful waves and strong winds, and spectacular rock groups combine with the deep waters of the North Atlantic, and the shocking momentum will almost make people forget their existence.
Mount Sinai Peninsula (Sn? Dioplon Shayuan (Dj? Dude. Nssandur) is also spectacular, and there is still the wreckage of a ship that was wrecked centuries ago.
Another beautiful sight not to be missed is the diamond beach in southeast Iceland. Ice cubes from nearby ice lakes are piled up here with the current, as if countless diamonds are shining in the sun, which is unforgettable.
12. Highlands in Iceland
Iceland's highlands occupy most of the country's land area, but also hide many unparalleled beauty, known as? The heart of Iceland? . When you explore the inland highlands, you can feel that you are integrated into nature and completely separated from the crowd. In addition to pleasant scenery, you are surrounded by lonely breathing, boundless distance and calm sky.
13. Lake Mi Hu in northern Iceland.
Mi Hu? Vatn) is located in the northeast of Iceland. The lake itself and its surrounding scenery are very beautiful and it is one of the most popular attractions in Iceland.
A few thousand meters away from the northern part of Mi Hu Lake is the mysterious Crafra Lake, which makes many geothermal hot springs and colorful volcanic rocks scattered around Lake Mi Hu (such as? The city of darkness? Dimmuborgir) and the vast lava area show the mysterious power of nature.
Many tour groups in Mi Hu include trips to nature baths. This hot spring is man-made, but the surrounding scenery is very pleasant and should not be missed. The name may be based on the Golden Circle, and there are many scenic spots that are not inferior to the Golden Circle: Mi Hu Lake, Shenshen Waterfall and Detifusi. Lake Mi Hu is famous for its primitive nature, in which geothermal and lava areas are diverse and strange in shape; The waterfall of the gods entrusted Iceland's most legendary historical legend; Deti Waterfall is the largest waterfall in Europe.