A nice leisurely day walking around Reykjavik
started with the Volcano House, where we watched a very interesting film on the
devastation Volcanoes have wrecked on Iceland and the world, spewing tons of ash
into the air and burying homes.
It was a late start today so we stopped for
lunch at a fun little spot, the Laundromat Cafe, where the burgers were great.
After lunch we stopped at the Saga Museum, to learn about the settlement of
Iceland and get freaked out by some uncannily human-like wax figures. Look
closely - one of them is actually breathing!
On our way to the National Museum we wandered
through a beautifully manicured cemetery and peaked into a catholic
church. At the National Museum, we learned more about the history of Iceland,
including up to modern day. In a 1950’s exhibit we saw a coffee mug matching
the set we have at the cottage (which originated as a gift from my father when
I headed off to university).
Back for a short rest at our apartment, we
were shortly rousted out by the fire alarm. The burgers at the pub below us
smoked too much and set off the alarms. The staff merely turned off the alarm,
opened some windows and took a quick look upstairs to confirm there was nothing
of concern. Problem solved - no need to engage the fire department. We are
quickly learning that Icelanders are less safety conscious than we are.
A stroll down Langavegur to check out the
shops, with a little detour along the waterfront path. On the way back, we
picked up some groceries at Krambud on Skolavordustig. For a wider selection of
drinks and snacks, 1011 (open 24 hours) on Austurstraeti is the place to go.
Both just a short walk from our hotel.
A late dinner at Vergamot, providing lots of
selection, was delicious. Heading back at almost 11, the sky was still bright.
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