Includes bibliographical references (pages 487-489) and index.
Summary:
"Fully updated, and now in its fifth edition, Bradt's Icelandd is packed with detailed background information and practical advice, and remains the most comprehensive guide to this captivating country" -- From back cover. "Earth. Air. Fire. Water. From the windswept plateaus of the interior to the dramatic cliff-fringed coastline, a trip to Iceland promises raw nature, and the chance to enjoy overwhelmingly beautiful landscapes and mysterious ancient culture. Come for glistening fjords, and mighty volcanoes and glaciers. Hike around the hot springs of Hveravellir, go horseriding in Thinvellir National Park, and watch for whales in Húsavík's Skjálfandi Bay. Take in the cafés and museums of Reykjavík's old harbour, or venture offshore to tiny Flatey island for a taste of the 'real Iceland.' Fully updated, and now in its fifth edition, Bradt's Icelandd is packed with detailed background information and practical advice, and remains the most comprehensive guide to this captivating country" -- Back cover.
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