A vision of four siblings gave birth to one of the most interesting places in Reykjavík, the Volcano House, Iceland. It showcases a free exhibition of rocks and lava from the volcanoes of Iceland. What's more, you can touch them and feel the texture of the stones and minerals. Photographs of stupefying volcanic eruptions line the walls. The gift shop offers lava-jewellery and t-shirts that make for perfect souvenirs. The cinema in the building also showcases documentaries of volcanic eruptions in Iceland.
Enlightening its students and visitors about Icelandic legends and folklore, Álfaskólinn - the Elf School or the Icelandic Elf School is Iceland's answer to Hogwarts. Local myths of the 'hidden people' and different types of elves are some of the most popular topics of discussions here. Located in Reykjavík, one of the most important cities of the country, this school not only provides a fantastic relief from the mundane routine but also serves the purpose of preserving cultural beliefs, mythology and values.
On the outskirts of Mosfellsbaer, Leirvogsvatn is a scenic lake. It bears mention in legends as the home of a horse-shaped monster. It is a deep lake and is good for fishing. Try your luck at angling and go home with some good trout. The shores are lush green and a good place for an outdoor picnic in the wilderness.
Appearing as a beautifully bizarre subterranean landscape in the Leitahraun lava field, the Buri Cave is one of the oldest and the most captivating lava tubes in Iceland. Over several millenia, the Buri Cave has evoked a deep sense of wonder among all those who have dared to traverse its otherworldly depths. The cave spans more than a kilometer (0.62 miles), with its largest chamber measuring neary 17 meters (55 feet) in width. Jagged icicles, stalactites and stalagmites suspend from the ceiling like icy daggers, while swiftly cooling walls of the chamber are adorned with gaping craters. Once molded by fiery rivers of lava, these caves are home to frosty temperatures today, exemplifying a unique twist in nature's plot of fire and ice.