07-JUL-2007
Road Side Attractions (or Obstacles)
They say there are more sheep in Iceland than people. It is important to pay attention to the sheep - NOT FOR THE REASON YOU MIGHT THINK. Your rental car insurance is not valid if you hit a sheep and damage the car - not to mention replacing the sheep.
07-JUL-2007
Langjokull Glacier
This was our first glimpse of a glacier, about 25 km. away. Heather was ready to jump out of her seat when she saw it. This glacier is the source of water for the Gullfoss falls. We will be getting an up close look in a few days.
:: The Geysir after which all "Geysers" have been named ::
Click on the picture to see more. All over the countryside, one can see steam venting from the ground. Many farms and homes in the country have their own little building over the vent to harvest the energy for their own use.
06-JUL-2007
Viking Ship Sculpture
This sculpture of a viking ship is standing guard over Reykjavik Harbour.
06-JUL-2007
House from 1762
An old house in the middle of the old square in downtown Reykjavik.
06-JUL-2007
Tying a Tie
This mural painted on the side of a building, shows the proper way to tie a tie - Icelandic style.
06-JUL-2007
Afternoon "Coffee" Break
A few of the locals in Reykjavik enjoying the afternoon with a smoke and a drink of their favourite.
06-JUL-2007
Skolavorouholt
The wonderful church stands as a sentry watching over the city or Reykjavik from the highest point in town.
06-JUL-2007
Over-rated Vikings
Hey these viking dudes look much bigger on TV, I had to work though to get this guy's sword from him. They are strong!!
