Fun facts about Reykjavík
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Reykjavík is the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.
Reykjavík
Iceland
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located on the southern shore of the Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland and has a latitude of 64°08′ N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.
From the “Geography” section
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The name Reykjavík means 'Bay of Smoke' in English, inspired by steam rising from hot springs.
Reykjavík
Iceland
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located on the southern shore of the Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland and has a latitude of 64°08′ N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.
From the “History” section
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Reykjavík was the only community in Iceland to permanently hold an exclusive trading charter granted in 1786.
Reykjavík
Iceland
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located on the southern shore of the Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland and has a latitude of 64°08′ N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.
From the “History” section
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The Culture House, Safnahúsið, opened in 1909 and houses many of Iceland's national treasures.
Reykjavík
Iceland
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located on the southern shore of the Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland and has a latitude of 64°08′ N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.
From the “Cultural heritage” section
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The Reykjavík Golf Club, established in 1934, is the oldest and largest golf club in Iceland.
Reykjavík
Iceland
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located on the southern shore of the Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland and has a latitude of 64°08′ N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.
From the “Recreation” section
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