Private Walking Tour in Reykjavik
Titled as the northernmost capital of a sovereign state in the world, its first parliament was founded by Ingolfr Arnarson. This city will welcome you with a rich history with roots as old as 870 AD. Reykjavik combines nature & modern civilization perfectly, with snow-capped mountains on one side, and colourful buildings on the other. Iceland’s capital will leave an impression and warm up your heart, as you learn with us all the details about the city and how icelandic culture is so unique in Europe.
You will learn about:
- First permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen
- Inspiration for the name “Reykjavík”
- Farmland until the 18th century
- Rise of the Innréttingar Corporation and the industrial age
- The Danish Crown and exclusive trading charter
- 19th century expansion of commerce
- Icelandic independence movement
- End of first World War and arrival of icelandic sovereignty
- World War II and allied occupation
- Post-war development