Húsavík, Coastal fishing town in northeast Iceland
Located on Skjálfandi Bay, Húsavík stands between cliffs with a harbor that accommodates fishing vessels and whale watching boats throughout the year.
Norse settler Garðar Svavarsson established the first permanent settlement in Iceland at Húsavík around 870 AD, marking the beginning of Nordic presence.
The wooden Húsavíkurkirkja church from 1907 serves as a central gathering point for religious ceremonies and community celebrations in the town.
Visitors can reach the town through Húsavík Airport or by road, with accommodations ranging from hotels to guesthouses available near the harbor.
The Húsavík Whale Museum houses complete whale skeletons and detailed exhibits about the marine mammals frequently spotted in the surrounding waters.
Location: Norðurþing
Website: http://www.husavik.is/
Part of: Diamond Circle
Website: http://husavik.is
GPS coordinates: 66.04332,-17.34104
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:50
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