Iceland: Geysers, elves and the Northern Lights
Discover the geysers, elves and Northern Lights of Iceland.
By Godfrey Hall
In a constant state of flux Iceland is a strange and fascinating place. A country where the weather can change every five minutes and you can sense the volcanic activity beneath your feet nothing is likely to surprise you.
A short bus trip to the end of line 1 takes you out of Reykjavík to the delightful town of Hafnarfjordeur where you will find Sibba Karlsdotter, the elf lady.
Known for her Hidden World tours, she will take you to some of the finest elf hot spots in town. Elves are an important part of Icelandic culture and folklore. Talk to the locals and you will find out that should you be building a house or constructing a road then you may well have to consult a seer who will then communicate with the local elves to see that they have not been put out by the development.
A Traditional Icelandic House
To appreciate the influence of these creatures that date back to ancient times and can be seen by some children and certain adults in their dreams, you will need to take a trip out from the capital into the mountains and hills that are Iceland.
A raw and pithy sort of place you'll soon understand how these rock dwelling creatures have become so much part of Icelandic tradition. General tours operate on a daily basis with Reykjavik Excursions and include visits to Gulfoss (Golden Falls) an amazing waterfall and the Geysir area where exploding geysers perform every few minutes.
Looking down at the bubbling mud and fissures that exist everywhere in this area you will soon get quite a buzz as you realise where you are actually standing!
The Gulfoss, or Golden Falls
→ Page 2: Discover Iceland's thermal pools, its Geysir area and its club scene
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