At the summit of Hlmahls, just above the road, lies the grave mound of a Vlva, or prophetess, who has been believed to protect Reyarfjrur and Eskifjrur from sea attacks for centuries.

In the mystic landscapes of Iceland, the northern lights weave tales as ancient as the glaciers. According to some Icelandic folklore, these shimmering lights are more than just natural phenomena.This

Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, visiting Iceland during Pride is an unforgettable experience. This guide will delve into why you should consider timing your visit to coincide w

This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Brurs Background Brur's mother was human, while his father was half giant (ris

This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024.Back in the year 1000 AD orgeir, the Law Speaker in Althingi or Icelandic Parliament, made t

The last 8 years have been a whirlwind for me but I have loved the journey. This is a relatively short episode but I thought it would be nice to give some insight into my life since I moved in 2016.I

This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Who are Iceland's Ghost Children? with whats known as a child ghost.The tale begin

This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. What is a Hot Spring Bird? This is a relatively short folklore story but is one tha

This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series where I am sharing a folklore story every Friday in 2024. Who Was Smundur the Learned? Back in the 1100s, Smundur Sigfusson was the pastor

The Icelandic horse is a breed like no other, with a history that is deeply intertwined with the island nation itself. Brought to Iceland by Norse settlers in the 9th and 10th centuries, these horses