Iceland is a country north of the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean. With a population of 325 671 and an area of 103,000 km 2 (40,000 square miles), making it the most densely populated country in Europe. Surrounding areas in the south west of the country is home to two-thirds of the population. Iceland's volcanic geology and active. Interior area consists of a plateau characterized by sand and lava fields, mountains and glaciers, while many flowing from the glaciers to the sea through low lands. Through high temperature of Iceland, and Iceland is characterized by a moderate climate in spite of the fact the higher latitudes outside the Arctic Circle.
Iceland during the summer months are characterized by stark contrast from the winter. The whole country comes in the summer months (June to August) to contain many of the most popular attractions to open its doors to the public. Due to its geographical location on the Arctic Circle, may be surprised when you see the light of day for almost a full day, twilight shows only about 1:00 to 3:00 pm when the sun is closer to the horizon. Shows daylight to long hours to be difficult to adapt to the weather if you're a resident of this country, but you will enjoy a unique holiday experience. In addition, many of the airlines to open flights to Iceland during the summer months, and so unlike the winter.
Advantages of visiting Iceland in the summer
Progress Iceland tourist many experiences unique during the summer months with many attractions such as skiing ice, and the Blue Lagoon (the world famous outdoor heated pool naturally), and some of the best places for whale watching in the world, and ice climbing with sightseeing active. Iceland is a country with a very small number of the population compared to other European countries, which leads to enjoy the experience in the quiet countryside. Roads open during the summer season, which makes you wander among the many natural attractions and is accessible by car or other ground vehicles.
Blue Lagoon "Blue Lagoon"
Iceland is a paradise for fishing. Which boasts the country for its water infrastructure giant, with the presence of Atlantic salmon and Arctic char. Fishing intensify throughout the summer months with high water temperature and fish to become more active. There are several fishing guides that can take you on a fishing trip to the best fishing places and known only by the locals. As is the case with many countries, it is necessary to identify the places fishing.
Visit Iceland in the summer
Reykjavik, the capital, is characterized by music and artistic culture flourish that come during the summer. The majority of museums open to the public during the summer months. There is an increase in the turnout of people from all over the world who accept to visit the country. Can enjoy the Reykjavik Arts Festival, the famous, which lasts for three weeks in June. It is host to various events such as opera, concerts, dance and other theatrical performances that offer the Icelandic and Scandinavian cultures. As a result of strong fishing traditions of the country and the escalation of fishing activity during the summer, is served fresh seafood in local restaurants that offer all the delicious foods of marine life in the waters near and around the island. During the month of June, you can enjoy a small village outside Reykjavik, where people gather to participate in the Viking Festival. Began "Viking" village festival in 1995 and has continued in this event every year since then.
Reykjavik
Characterized by a moderate weather in summer, temperatures of about 15-25 degrees Celsius. There are a variety of national parks that you can enjoy during your visit to Iceland summer. There are one of nature reserves, and Thingvellir National Park, listed in the World Heritage site by UNESCO. Reykjavik is also characterized by a unique terrain. There are buses available to transport tourists to the park daily as well as other parks during the summer months. There are more than 80 species of birds that can be seen in Iceland, depending on the time of year along to the foxes that roam the mountain slopes in search of a meal.
Thingvellir National Park
Thingvellir Btksha enjoy warm, in addition to a lot of interesting things that can be seen and carried out, summer is one of the best times to visit Iceland.
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