After another great breakfast, we left the Hotel towards our first stop, which was the Presidential House. It was incredible how close we could go, and how open it was. There was a pretty funny story of a Japanese tourist group that got a little too close, i.e. Right up to the windows leading to the police being called; However, the tourists were long gone before the police arrived 20 minutes later! The grounds were amazing, and there was an interesting church situated in front of the house.
The main centre of Reykjavik was incredible! There was a central park area with seating area, not too far from the pond called Tjörnin (full of ducks, and other birds), a larger church, with interesting features, and the main city hall, where the politicians debate local issues. This was a very modern looking building, overlooking the pond. We were surprised at how small the square was and that the parliament was the size of a large house! The many art galleries, museums and interesting and quirky statues/sculptures we encountered showed what a cultural and very artistic city Reykjavik is.
Liam (Year 10)
