Are you surprising why Ice land is known as land of fire and ice
Yes Iceland is popular as land of fire and ice because Iceland is filled with rugged landscape and scenery, volcanoes, hot springs, lava fields, glaciers, waterfalls, mountains, cold deserts and tundra. These volcanoes and glaciers also influenced culture and nature of Iceland and it is popular as " land of fire and ice ".
Iceland is a westernmost country and small island nation which is located in North Atlantic Ocean . It is situated on active border between North America and Europe.
It is located at about 840 kilometres northwest of United Kingdom and about 460 kilometres southeast of Greenland.
There are 30 active volcanoes , because of location of Iceland i.e. where Eurasian tectonic plate meets North American plate. It is near North pole side of Globe.
Iceland is least densely populated nation of Europe.
Capital of Iceland is Reykjavik which is largest city of Iceland. Most of population lived in capital Reykjavik. This city runs on geothermal power.
Iceland has one of oldest parliament.
US citizens need not any visa to visit Iceland upto 90 days as a tourist or business purposes . US citizens just need return airline ticket.
Iceland exports mainly marine products and fish.
In Iceland there is low crime rate and it is world's one of safest country.
This country has good healthcare and education systems that makes this country has high standard of living.
It is expensive country with more expensive rate of most basic food milk and eggs.
Iceland is a peaceful country with no standing army.
Iceland has the purest water in the world. You can drink water from every tap that is completely free. Also water of rivers are pure , you can drink water from rivers and also fill your bottles.
About over 10% land of Iceland is covered by glaciers.
Tourist places of Iceland :
There are many tourist places in beautiful country Iceland.
Some of them are :
1. The Northern lights : This is best place to observe natural wonder Aurora. This is popular as Aurora Borealis . Aurora are scientific phenomenon where one can see beautiful coloured patterns in the sky. Because of Its location i.e. Arctic Circle , Iceland offeres ideal point to visit and experience the Northern lights. These view are seen from high altitude areas.
Auroras are formed as result of disturbance in the magnetosphere which is caused by solar wind. These disturbance change path of charged particles in magnetospheric plasma which results in ionization and excitation of atmospheric constituents that emit light of varying colours. These display dynamic patterns of light that appear as spirals , rays, curtains covering entire sky.
Best time to see these auroras are winter season from September to April.
You can observe these incredible natural wonder on dark , clear nights from outside population where there is no light pollution.
2. Whale watching downtown cruise:
Reykjavik capital of Iceland offeres you paid cruise for whale watching. In Husavik ,Passengers will also get complimentary beer or drink at their favourite restaurant located at harbor. Departing from old Reykjavik harbour, this fishing tour offers you adventurous fishing, whale watching , sight seeing and lots more. It is very exciting, amazing , adventurous destination spot of Iceland . In this tour you can view from whale viewing vessel .
Also you can enjoy incredible marine animals that lives in water just off shores of Reykjavik.
Duration of tour is 2-3 hrs.
Best time is from April to October.
3. Thingvellir National park :
This is a UNESCO world heritage site. It composits of both Iceland history and stunning natural Beauty of Iceland. It is part of Atlantic Ocean ridge. It is one of most visited site of Iceland. You can do many activities like diving, camping , walking, trekking, snorkling, interactive exhibition and other activities. This park is full of adventurous. You are able to see consequences of soil erosions in this national park.
It has historic value also as it was site of Iceland 's parliament from 10th to 18th century.
4. Jokulsarlon glacier:
In lagoon there is a iceberg huge glacier which is life line of Iceland tourism. It is a paradise of Iceland . There are many one hour cruise ride to explore adorable sights, majestic views, see wildlife .
Water is blue and still with icebergs spreading in water that make water dotted from surrounding. It gives feeling of heaven. Pure air , pure water , pollution free zone makes it more beautiful. It is located about 380 kilometres from Reykjavik and it took several hours to reach jokulsarlon from Reykjavik.
5. Skafta fell :
This gorgeous waterfall is not only a waterfall but also beautiful mountains view with wild area, glaciers and lots of more. This is natural preserve area of Iceland. It has trails that leads to mountain , waterfalls, huge glaciers . You can also trek to explore Iceland 's tallest mountain .
Skafta fell has 3.7 kilometres hiking.
Also it takes 4 hours from Reykjavik to reach skaftafell. Truly adorable waterfall are one of most popular sight seeing of Iceland.
6. Eyjafjallajokull :
This is a active volcano of Iceland. It has ice cap means it is covered by ice cap. So if is perfect example of land of fire and ice. It is one of smaller ice cap of Iceland . In 2010 from March to June eruption of this volcano produces enormous disruptions to air travel across western Europe. It stops air traffic for several days . It is safe to visit now.
7. Perlan :
Perlan is topmost attraction of Iceland where you can get knowledge about Icelandic nature . It is a exhibition where you experience wonders of Iceland. It is located in capital of Iceland Reykjavik . It is iconic attraction of Iceland. It offers tourist many things like panoramic views, nature museum , interactive exhibition, unique experience of glacier in ice caves. It is dome shaped and situated on the top of hill. It has water tanks
