Reykjavik is Iceland's capital and largest city, situated on the southern shore of Faxa Bay. The city has a small-town feel, with colorful buildings and a laid-back atmosphere.
Currency
ISK (Kr)
Best time to visit
June to August
Languages
Icelandic · English
Coordinates
64.136°, -21.924°
Key facts
1Reykjavik is home to the world's oldest parliament, the Althing, which was established in 930 AD.
2The city has a unique geothermal heating system, which provides most of its heating needs.
3Reykjavik is a popular destination for Northern Lights sightings.
Timeline
870: The first settlement in Reykjavik was established.
1783: Iceland was formally declared an independent state within the Kingdom of Denmark.
1918: Iceland gained autonomy from Denmark, with the Danish monarch serving as the Icelandic head of state.
