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Cette capitale, la plus proche du cercle polaire, est grande comme Challans... autant dire qu'on en fait vite le tour!
Reykjavík does have its own “Rainbow Row” along Njarðargata near the Hallgrímskirkja and Lustasafn Einars Jónssonar. Consisting of several buildings that are attached to one another, the row was likely constructed during the early 20th Century as Reykjavík grew outwards onto Skólavörðuhæð Hill, and is a great example of vernacular Nordic architecture from the time period in an urban context. Several of the buildings are painted bright colors and give off a really charming appearance, though there are others with a more weathered look or neutral paint colors that do detract from the otherwise quite attractive row, but it still remains a small, less-well-known gem that sits near several major tourist sites in the city center.
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
Harpa Music Hall & Conference Center (2011) view18 • designed by the Danish firm in co-operation with Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson • houses the Iceland Symphony Orchestra • home page
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Hallgrímskirkja (1986), Hallgrímstorg 101, view11 • the {Lutheran) Church of Hallgrimur • commissioned, 1937 • designed by State Architect, Guðjón_Samúelsson • 73 m. / 244 ft. tower • homepage
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Tryggvagata 14 (1899)
Back in the rain, I am walking around Tjörnin, where I suddenly see these two figures. Called Boy and Girl (Kata and Stebbi), it was created by Þorbjög Pálsdóttir (1968). They portray a carefree boy leaning against a lamppost while his sister sits still, deep in thought.
The first permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen is believed to have been established in Reykjavík by Ingólfur Arnarson from Norway around AD 870; this is described in Landnámabók, or the Book of Settlement. Ingólfur Arnarson is said to have decided the location of his settlement using a traditional Viking method; he cast his high seat pillars (Öndvegissúlur) into the ocean when he saw the coastline, then settled where the pillars came to shore.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located in southwestern Iceland, on the southern shore of Faxaflói bay. Its latitude is 64°08' N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.[a] With a population of around 128,793 (and 228,231 in the Capital Region),it is the center of Iceland's cultural, economic and governmental activity, and is a popular tourist destination.
Reykjavík is believed to be the location of the first permanent settlement in Iceland, which, according to Landnámabók, was established by Ingólfr Arnarson in AD 874. Until the 19th century, there was no urban development in the city location. The city was founded in 1785 as an official trading town and grew steadily over the following decades, as it transformed into a regional and later national centre of commerce, population, and governmental activities. It is among the cleanest, greenest, and safest cities in the world.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located in southwestern Iceland, on the southern shore of Faxaflói bay. Its latitude is 64°08' N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.[a] With a population of around 128,793 (and 228,231 in the Capital Region), it is the center of Iceland's cultural, economic and governmental activity, and is a popular tourist destination.
Reykjavík is believed to be the location of the first permanent settlement in Iceland, which, according to Landnámabók, was established by Ingólfr Arnarson in AD 874. Until the 19th century, there was no urban development in the city location. The city was founded in 1785 as an official trading town and grew steadily over the following decades, as it transformed into a regional and later national centre of commerce, population, and governmental activities. It is among the cleanest, greenest, and safest cities in the world.
Reykjavik is sure a colorful city . There are many street arts and yes, graffiti, just like NYC.
This is one of the best I've ever seen. You can see the outline of the old house that was torn down. Really make you thinking what it was like.
The first permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen is believed to have been established in Reykjavík by Ingólfur Arnarson from Norway around AD 870; this is described in Landnámabók, or the Book of Settlement. Ingólfur Arnarson is said to have decided the location of his settlement using a traditional Viking method; he cast his high seat pillars (Öndvegissúlur) into the ocean when he saw the coastline, then settled where the pillars came to shore.
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Hallgrímur Pétursson Monument
Inscription (eng. trans.):
Hallgrímur Pétursson
1614-1674
For the blood of the Lamb pleasantly
exhausted is now plagued
and blessed victory won
Reykjavík, Iceland view380Hallgrímur Pétursson (1614-1674) was one of Iceland's most famous poets and one of the most influential pastors during the Age of Orthodoxy (1580–1713)
• Dómkirkjan í Reykjavík / Reykjavík Cathedral (1796), Kirkjustræti (Church Street), view 04 • neoclassical style design by Danish architect Andreas Kirkerup (1749-1810) • said to be the first structure built with Reykjavík as the future capital of Iceland in mind —Church History
• enlarged, 1847, in post-classical style designed by Danish architect Lauris Albert Winstrup (1815-1889) • restoration designed by Þorsteinn Gunnarsson completed in 2000, among the Icelandic architect’s many Reykjavik restorations
This band popped out of this truck and played a motivating rendition of Rocky's Theme for the runners in the marathon, in Icelandic. I have some video of this somewhere. The singer was very enthusiastic and sexy.
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Ranimosk Store, Laugavegur 20
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Njálsgata 40 (1905)
Statue of the early independence leader Jón Sigurðsson, Austurvöllur park, Reykjavik, Iceland
(2017/159)
The first permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen is believed to have been established in Reykjavík by Ingólfur Arnarson from Norway around AD 870; this is described in Landnámabók, or the Book of Settlement. Ingólfur Arnarson is said to have decided the location of his settlement using a traditional Viking method; he cast his high seat pillars (Öndvegissúlur) into the ocean when he saw the coastline, then settled where the pillars came to shore.
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Harpa Music Hall & Conference Center (2011) view12 • designed by the Danish firm in co-operation with Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson • houses the Iceland Symphony Orchestra • home page
The first permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen is believed to have been established in Reykjavík by Ingólfur Arnarson from Norway around AD 870; this is described in Landnámabók, or the Book of Settlement. Ingólfur Arnarson is said to have decided the location of his settlement using a traditional Viking method; he cast his high seat pillars (Öndvegissúlur) into the ocean when he saw the coastline, then settled where the pillars came to shore.
The first permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen is believed to have been established in Reykjavík by Ingólfur Arnarson from Norway around AD 870; this is described in Landnámabók, or the Book of Settlement. Ingólfur Arnarson is said to have decided the location of his settlement using a traditional Viking method; he cast his high seat pillars (Öndvegissúlur) into the ocean when he saw the coastline, then settled where the pillars came to shore.
A l'ouverture des cérémonies, s'avance seule la Fjallkonan (la Dame des montagnes, en islandais). Elle est l'incarnation féminine de l'Islande.
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Harpa Music Hall & Conference Center (2011) view13 • designed by the Danish firm in co-operation with Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson • houses the Iceland Symphony Orchestra • home page
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• (L) Skólavörðustígur 22 (1889) • (R) Týsgata 1 (1929)
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Bríetartún 1, Kínverska sendirád (Chinese Embassy)
Reykjavík, Iceland (est. 1786, pop. 200,000), 1st settlement c. AD 870 • Architecture of Iceland
• Old Prison (1874), Skólavörðustígur 9 • closed, 2016