Reykjavík, Iceland

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After we checked in at the hotel and had a snack we drove with our car to the city centre to have a closer look at Reykjavik. Unfortunately it was already quite late and dark so we couldn't go everywhere and unfortunately we couldn't see everything. But the first sight we visited was the Hallgrímskirkja church. A big and extraordinary building.  It is visible from everywhere and therefore easy to find. At the top of this 74,5 metres high, expressionistic building there is a viewing platform with a 360° panorama view to the city. This enables the best view over Reykjavik. The tower is open daily - except on Sundays because of the church services. The church is used normally. Therefore it is possible that the tower is not accessible because of a Holy Mass or a church recital. The entrance fee to the tower is 900 ISK for adults and 100 ISK for children between 7-14 years. Younger children are admitted free of charge. This church is the biggest one in Reykjavik. 
In the foreground of the church is a statue of Leif Eriksson, who discovered North America in the year 1000, over 500 years before Columbus first set foot on American soil.
If you walk a little further you will see the beautifully colourful streets in Reykjavik and also the many stores. There is everything from souvenir shops to clothes. Many bars, cafes and restaurants.





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