hkskyline's 2011 AKUREYRI, Iceland Photo Collection

hkskyline · #1 Posted: **Jul 30, 2012, 3:22 PM**

Akureyri is located at the head of Iceland's longest fjord and is the largest fishing port in the north. The approach from Myvatn passed through these marshmallows, presumably bagged hay.

The city comes into full view at an observation point on the other side of the fjord.

To reach the city centre, the road descends from the hills and crosses the fjord at almost sea level.

The airport runway protrudes into the water and planes taking off hang low above the road.

The city's skyline comprises primarily of short buildings set against lush hills and snowy mountains.

The city centre was quiet. It was a fairly cold and windy day after all.

Akureyri Church is perched at the top of a long staircase from the city centre. It's a simple recent construction from 1940 with Art Deco twin spires. The caretakers were very nice to open the doors to us for a special visit even though it was closed.

It wasn't too high up, but it was already possible to see the city's rooftops.

An enthusiastic local recommended heading further uphill to visit the Catholic Church.

The church had a few stately neighbours, some of which also enjoyed views of the city.

The causeway looks so artificial from this angle.

Cold weather has arrived; leaves have turned colour; these berries are still resilient.

The mountains were not far away.

It's a serene city - not dense at all, and the fall colours make it even more picturesque.

The full set : http://www.globalphotos.org/iceland-akureyri.htm

someone123 · #2 Posted: **Jul 30, 2012, 8:42 PM**

Very interesting.

When did you visit? Was this in September?

I wonder how Icelanders view their climate and environment. Here in Vancouver people are always complaining about how rainy and cold it is but places like this are on a different level.

ColDayMan · #3 Posted: **Jul 31, 2012, 2:30 AM**

Serene.

Robert Pence · #4 Posted: **Jul 31, 2012, 6:47 AM**

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Originally Posted by ColDayMan

Serene.

Very good word to describe it. It looks like living there would be conducive to having a peaceful spirit.

hkskyline · #5 Posted: **Jul 31, 2012, 12:53 PM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by someone123

Very interesting.

When did you visit? Was this in September?

I wonder how Icelanders view their climate and environment. Here in Vancouver people are always complaining about how rainy and cold it is but places like this are on a different level.

I wet in early October. It was cool, not too cold, and the sun only made a brief appearance. I would be far happier if the snow-capped mountains met blue skies.

whatsthepoint13 · #6 Posted: **Jul 31, 2012, 6:21 PM**

What a beautiful city. I love your Iceland threads! You're making me want to visit. Thanks!