Near Reykjavik is a sweet little town called Alafoss, named after the waterfall that gave power to the mills of an 1896 wool factory. It's also home to the recording studio of Sigur Ros. We went to find Icelandic wool for gifts, and we weren't disappointed. It's a charming area with great history.
Just a typical building in Alafoss. This one sold historical figures, knives, and the like.
This is the wool factory. It still runs today, and we spent a long time inside deciding on just the right shade of Icelandic blue and cream wool. It's well worth a visit even if you don't craft, knit, sew, etc.
A view of modern Reykjavik from the coast. We spent our last night walking around the old city again, after eating delectable crepes. As the sun set, we watched the golden light fall over the shiny chrome. The golden statue there is called the Sun Voyager and is a representation of a Viking longship. We felt peaceful, tired, and happy after our time in Iceland. It will be fun to see what we experience next time!
Just a typical building in Alafoss. This one sold historical figures, knives, and the like.
This is the wool factory. It still runs today, and we spent a long time inside deciding on just the right shade of Icelandic blue and cream wool. It's well worth a visit even if you don't craft, knit, sew, etc.
A view of modern Reykjavik from the coast. We spent our last night walking around the old city again, after eating delectable crepes. As the sun set, we watched the golden light fall over the shiny chrome. The golden statue there is called the Sun Voyager and is a representation of a Viking longship. We felt peaceful, tired, and happy after our time in Iceland. It will be fun to see what we experience next time!
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