Sacred Spaces in Iceland

Discover 8 sacred spaces in Iceland.

Flatey, Iceland

Flatey Island

Once the site of a 12-century monastery, this tiny island is now home to only five permanent residents.

Design rendering of the temple.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Ásatrú Temple

Iceland's first pagan temple in 1,000 years is underway in Reykjavík.

Iceland's youngest turf church.

Hofskirkja

This fairytale-like structure is the last turf church ever constructed in Iceland.

Þingvellir Church

Thingvellir, Iceland

Þingvellir Church

This beautiful, historic church looks like something out of a simpler past.

Hallgrimskirkja

Reykjavik, Iceland

Hallgrimskirkja

One of the tallest buildings in Iceland, and perhaps, the most visually impressive.

Grafarkirkja

Grafarkirkja

The oldest church in Iceland is one of the few to feature ornate decoration.

Búðakirkja

Búðakirkja

This black church sits alone among a field of lava rock.

Akureyri, Iceland

Giant Viking Beer Can

Akureyri is home to an oversized can of one of Iceland's favourite beers.