TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - In a warmer weather, there are many interesting things we can do to spend the time. And obviously, visiting the Iceland during the summer is the best time:
1. Easy Flight access
During the summer, which started on June to August, it is like the whole icy country come to life. Flights are more accessible during the summer since many flights close down the route to Iceland during the winter.
2. Wonderful Scenery
Iceland offers unique sceneries such as journey to the glaciers, natural hot spring of the Blue Lagoon, watching the best whale attraction, and hiking to the icy mountains. Since Iceland has relatively less citizens compared to other European countries, the country will give you calm rural life.
Iceland has a famous natural hot spring called The Blue Lagoon. Here you can also take a ride on the plane or helicopter to enjoy aerial view above the lands. During summer, more natural tourism destinations are accessible with land vehicle.
3. Haven for Fishers
Iceland waters offer giant brown trout, Atlantic salmons, and Arctic Char. Fishing is an activity that usually done during the summer because it’s warmer and fishes is more active. There is much guidance you can get along the travel about the best fishing spots or special fishing licenses.
4. Cultural Festivals and Attraction.
Reykjavik, the capital city usually hold exhibition of developing art during the summer. Most museums also open for public during the summer.
For three weeks on June, the Reykjavic Art Festival is held in the city. The event presents opera, music concert, dances, theatre and other performances that show off the Scandinavian and Iceland culture. There is also Festival Viking which is held during the same month.
Fresh seafood is served in local restaurants during the summer as a result of the increased fishing activities and increased tourists’ visit.
5. Nature Conservation
There are several national parks that is worth visiting in Iceland. One of them is the Thingvellir National Park which is one of UNESCO’s world heritage sites. What makes this national park spectacular is the fact that it is located on the main interception of two tectonic plates: Europe and North America, which creates a unique magnetic field. Buses to take the tourists to the location and other parks are available. There are more than 80 types of birds owned by Iceland along with the fox that wander around the mountain to catch their prey.
YAFTI MAULANA | INDONESIANA
