From its settlement in the 9th century by Norse Vikings to its use as an airbase during World War II, the city has developed as the northern hub of Iceland.
Add to this the benefit of being within easy reach of impressive waterfalls, snow-capped peaks for skiing, and whale-watching opportunities. The city is a natural base for exploring the region.
Akureyri's 1940s church, a city centerpiece, boasts a modernist design reminiscent of early skyscrapers, housing a 3,200-pipe organ.
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Just outside the city, along the road that leads to Grenivik, are these fascinating turf houses at Laufas.
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Iceland, in general, is a fantastic place to go whale watching, and the city of Akureyri is no different.
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Famed for being the northernmost botanical garden in the world, Akureyri Botanical Garden sits on the edge of a residential part of town.
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