This volcanic cave lake is essentially hard proof that Iceland is the most magical place on Earth.

These ominous lava formations were said to be an entrance to the netherworld so of course they inspired a famous metal band.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

Instead of solid circles, the stoplights in this northern Icelandic town have glowing red hearts.

This excellent museum recreates the boom days of the herring rush in the "Atlantic Klondike."

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

This former farm In northern Iceland is now a museum, where visitors can tour beautifully-preserved turf houses.

This hobbit-y little hot spring may be the oldest spring used by humans in all of Iceland.

This verdant, tree-lined Reykjavik graveyard is both enchanting and eerie.

The first woman to become a member of the parliament of Iceland.

A monument dedicated to the civil uprisings that took place during the Pots and Pans Revolution.

Iceland's tribute to its thankless civil servants.

This stunning concert hall has become a symbol of Iceland's national recovery.

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

Walk in the footsteps of the gods and straddle two tectonic plates.