The Hallgrímskirkja is one of the leading landmarks in Reykjavik, Iceland. Historically a Danish territory, the Republic of Iceland was established in 1944, and Reykjavik was chosen its capital. Construction on this church began in 1945 and was completed in 1986. The statue in front is of Leif Ericson and was a gift from the government of the United States. At 244ft, the church's tower dominates the Reykjavik's skyline, and there is a public observatory which provides vast views of the Icelandic countryside.
Monday, August 13, 2007
Reykjavik's Hallgrímskirkja
The Hallgrímskirkja is one of the leading landmarks in Reykjavik, Iceland. Historically a Danish territory, the Republic of Iceland was established in 1944, and Reykjavik was chosen its capital. Construction on this church began in 1945 and was completed in 1986. The statue in front is of Leif Ericson and was a gift from the government of the United States. At 244ft, the church's tower dominates the Reykjavik's skyline, and there is a public observatory which provides vast views of the Icelandic countryside.
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