Husavik - tourist attractions

The small town of Husavik , located in the northern part of Iceland annually visits more than 100 thousand tourists. The merit of such popularity in the many natural attractions that surrounded the city from all sides. And also that local authorities closely follow the cultural life of citizens and appreciate the history of the city, as well as modern art, thanks to which there are four museums, one of which is unique in its kind - the Museum of the phallus .

Natural attractions

1. Near Husavik is the most beautiful and powerful waterfall in Iceland - Godafoss . This is an amazing and enchanting sight, which attracts tens of thousands of tourists annually. After the heathen priest placed on the top of the mountain near the waterfall figures of the gods Godafoss nicknamed "Waterfall of the Gods."
2. The most powerful waterfall in Europe is Dettifoss , which is also located in the region of Husavik. Be ready to see an impressive spectacle. The wide, turbulent stream of water descends to the very depths of the earth. Next to Dettifos there is a convenient observation deck, which allows you to get close to the waterfall very closely without being afraid of getting wet.
3. Near the city there is another waterfall - this is Selfoss, which also impresses with its power and beauty. Water splashes are visible even for a kilometer, so getting close to it, be ready to feel its power on yourself. Put on comfortable shoes and take a raincoat.
4. Husavik has a real gem of these places - Lake Myvatn , which is located in the center of the volcanic region of Naumafjatl. You will be greeted by a lot of bubbling craters, frozen lava and an unusual landscape. This place will show you what the planet Earth was like millions of years ago. Viking graves were found near the lake. Found artifacts - skeletons, weapons, clothing, jewelry, today serve as exhibits in several Icelandic museums.
5. It will be equally interesting to visit the Husavik Basin in the open air. Here, tourists can not only look at the gifts of nature, but also feel them on yourself - you will have the opportunity to luxuriate in geothermal waters heated.

Museums and temples of Husavik

1. The small town of Husavik is rich in interesting museums, but still the most important among them is the City Museum, where the main city exhibitions take place. Basically, all the exhibits are dedicated to the history and nature of Husavik, as well as the city library with free wi-fi.
2. The second place that will reveal to you the secrets of the local places is the Ethnographic Museum. His collection consists of objects of life of the northern Icelanders. Walking through the halls you seem to fall into the houses of the ancient inhabitants.
3. The most amazing and shocking museum is the Museum of the phallus , in which more than 100 samples of penises of various animals, from the smallest to the giants, are collected. This unusual museum is the business card of Husavik.
4. The city also has an interesting Whale Museum. It was founded in 1997 by Asbjon Bjorgvinsson, who actively opposes the whaling industry. The scientist studies the largest mammals on earth all his life and wants as many people as possible to learn about their life. The museum is located in a former slaughterhouse building that is able to accommodate 1500 square meters of many interesting and valuable exhibits. In the museum there is even a real skeleton of the whale, amazing in its size. There is also a hall where documentaries are broadcast. The museum has volunteers who support the idea of ​​Asbion, they know different languages, so they easily contact visitors. The Whale Museum is the most visited in the eastern part of Iceland.
5. In Husavik there is only one temple - it is a wooden church. It is a symbol of faith and traditions of Icelanders.

How to get there?

Husavik is a very popular city, therefore it organizes excursions from nearby cities and even from Reykjavik , with which the city is divided as much as 524 kilometers. It's six hours by bus or 40 minutes by plane. Near Husavik there is an airport that accepts domestic flights, which simplifies the way for tourists to an interesting city.

If you decide to drive your own car, then you need to go to track number 85, if it is not nearby, then number 1, and then leave it at No. 85.