Things to do in Iceland, Iceland: The Best Science Museums

November 17, 2021 Carley Gatson

Iceland (/ˈaɪslənd/ ( listen); Icelandic: Ísland, pronounced [ˈistlant]) is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic, with a population of 348,580 and an area of 103,000 km (40,000 sq mi), making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population.
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1. Hveragerdi - Stone and Mineral Museum

Breidumoerk 1 Ingólfshvoli, Hveragerdi 816 Iceland +354 847 3460 [email protected] http://www.mineralsoficeland.com
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Hveragerdi - Stone and Mineral Museum

Hveragerdi - Stone & Mineral Museum Welcome to one of the largest privately owned stone, mineral and fossil collections in Iceland. Here you can visit us and experience a professional and at the same time home felt geological exhibit where most of the Icelandic earthly treasures are on display. Here you will also learn about the lifetime achievements of one family who were entrepreneurs in the travelling industry as well as being specially known for their keen eye for stones and gems. We offer a geological service where people will learn about the vast and various Icelandic Nature. We are located in Fákasel - Horse park which is only 5 minutes east of Hveragerdi. The Ljósbrá Family Icelandic Nature in One Place!

2. Katla UNESCO Global Geopark

Eyjafjallajokull info point Ring Road 1, by THorvaldseyri farm, Hvolsvollur 861 Iceland +354 487 5757 [email protected] http://www.katlageopark.com
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Katla UNESCO Global Geopark

Information about Katla UNESCO Global Geopark and Eyjafjallajokull Volcano. Geology, history, nature and culture. Sutainable nature tourism. In the process of being opened during summer 2019

3. Ljosafoss Power Station

Ljosafoss, Selfoss 801 Iceland +354 896 7407 [email protected] http://www.landsvirkjun.com/visitus/
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Ljosafoss Power Station

Powering the Future is an energy exhibition on the diverse nature of electrical energy. The exhibition puts an emphasis on play and experience where the nature and characteristics of electricity are shown in multiple forms and guests are led through the world of electricity in new and creative ways. Guests are also introduced to the renewable and sustainable energy generation methods used by Landsvirkjun such as hydropower, geothermal energy and wind energy.

Reviewed By mickk19 - Los Angeles, United States

It's absolutely fascinating watching and learning about the process of harnassing geo-thermal power. The site and attraction are well worth the time!

4. Power Plant Earth

Hafnargata 29 Reykjanes Power Plant, Reykjavik 233 Iceland +354 436 1000 [email protected] http://www.grp.is/#energy-is-life
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Power Plant Earth

Interactive exhibition located inside a geothermal power plant in the Reykjanes Peninsula. From the "Big bang theory" to the uniqueness of Iceland in the harnessing of green energy.

5. Verold - Vigdis' house

Brynjolfsgata 1, Reykjavik 107 Iceland +354 525 4191 [email protected] http://verold.hi.is/
Verold - Vigdis' house

Verold is dedicaded to Vigdis Finnbogadottir, the first woman democratically elected as president of a country. An exhibition on her life, work and causes can be visited. There are also guided tours around the building by appointment. Verold also houses the Vigdis International Centre, a UNESCO World Language Centre, where you can learn about the languages and cultures of the world.

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