What exactly are ice caves, and where can you see them when visiting Iceland? Where can you learn more about ice caves while staying in Reykjavík? Read on to find out all you need to know about ice caves, and other wonders of nature, in Iceland. Iceland has its name for a reason. Over 11% …
Our Planetarium movie Áróra is now available on Vimeo. Watch Northern Lights from the comfort of your home, or wherever you are, in a 360° virtual reality dome experience. We invite you on a journey through time and space, guided by Áróra, to join the dance of these mystical lights over Icelandic landscapes. Observez les …
When you’re looking for a place to see in the New Year, then a city with a passion for partying is a good bet. New Year’s Eve is a big deal in Reykjavik – as it is all over Iceland – and if you travel to the capital in late December, you’re almost guaranteed a …
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On top of Reykjavík’s highest hill, four lively figures dance to the wind and singing birds. This notable work of art brings smiles to the faces of most all passer-by. Many of them come to visit the nature exhibitions at Perlan, but find that the experience begins with this intriguing artwork. Dancing since 1970 Four …
Ragnar Th. Sigurðsson has teamed up with Toyota, Royal Geographical Society, Discover the World, and now – Perlan. Specializing in arctic photography, he is one of Iceland’s leading photographers. Singularity within his specialization Ragnar pioneered the use of computers and digital equipment in Icelandic photography. He established Arctic-Images in 1985, his own studio and graphic …
At the top of Öskjuhlíð hill, right outside Perlan, stands an intriguing sculpture. The artist combines natural science and art in sustainable, creative ways. Thermal Wight and impressive sculptures The sculpture Thermal Wight (1988) was originally set up at Krýsuvík but now stands at Perlan, Reykjavík. The artist, Robert Dell, was awarded a Fulbright research …
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Icelanders will celebrate 100 years of sovereignty on December 1st, 2018. Perlan is happy to announce that this special occasion will also be the opening day of a new exhibition at Perlan; Water in Icelandic nature. Perlan & the Icelandic Museum of Natural History Perlan works closely with the Icelandic Museum of Natural History, founded …
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1 – Hop on Perlan’s Shuttle Bus Perlan offers all ticket holders a free bus fare with the Perlan shuttle bus. Any tickets to Perlan are also valid as Perlan bus tickets. You can pre-book tickets on our website or buy a special ticket on the bus. See all about the schedule, bus stop locations, …
“I follow the light, not time,” said Ragnar Th. Sigurðsson, one of Iceland’s most beloved photographers, specializing in arctic photography in Iceland. One day of spring 2017, he left his home just after midnight and headed south to Fljótshlíð, a beautiful farming district in Iceland. At dawn, he had found himself a good spot to …