Iceland Day 5
On day 5, we embarked on the journey west to the capital Reykjavík. 50 minutes west of the cottage, you can check out Lava Center, which is a state of the art Volcano and Earthquake exhibition and the gateway to Iceland's most active volcanic area. It opens at 9am.
After Another 1.5 hours, we arrived at the city and visited several top sights.
Hallgrímskirkja, located atop a hill in downtown Reykjavik, is Iceland's largest church and one of Iceland's most iconic landmarks, The church's design is inspired by the jagged shapes of basalt columns, and als resembles a launching rocket, earning it the nickname "Rocket Church."
Whales of Iceland is one of the world's largest whale-themed exhibition halls, The museum features life-size models of 23 whale species that have been seen in Icelandic waters, as well as man-made skeletons of select whales.
Harpa Concert Hall, which has won numerous design awards, features 714 glass panels of different shapes and is equipped with LED lights that illuminate at night, offering a spectacle of light whether it's day or night. Not far from Harpa, located by the water on a small headland you can walk to the sculpture Sun Voyager, said to be the place where the Vikings landed in Iceland, the art installation also showcases the form of Viking ships' skeletons.
The restaurants in the city were incredibly crowded. We tried many restaurants in several squares, and finally, we found a vegetarian restaurant, Vegan world peace, run by an Asian family. We were able to have lunch in a pleasant setting.
The Perlan Museum in Reykjavik is a modern building in which the wonders of Icelandic nature are explored in a dynamic and entertaining way. It is the only indoor museum in Iceland with an artificial blue ice cave tunnel. The interactive planetarium film "Áróra" is multi-award-winning planetarium show, the only northern lights experience of its kind in the world. There are also models referencing numerous Icelandic bird specimens. The top floor is a revolving restaurant offering panoramic views of Reykjavik city. The museum is definitely our favorite attraction in the capital.
In about 40 minutes, we arrived at the blue lagoon, a geothermal spa located in a lava field. It's renowned for its milky blue waters, which are rich in minerals that help with skin and muscles. Pre-booking is essential.We were fortunate enough to be admitted after waiting for just half an hour without booking.
On day 5, we immersed ourselves in the vibrant sights of the capital city before indulging in relaxation at the tranquil blue lagoon, and finally settling in the northern region after a 1.5 hours journey to prepare for the adventures of the following day.
