Reykjavik Attractions
Hallgrimskirkja © Andreas Tille
Hallgrimskirkja
This landmark church, the tallest building in Iceland, dominates
the city from its highest point and is visible on a sunny day from
up to 10 miles (16km) away. Named after 17th century Icelandic
poet, hymn composer and clergyman, Hallrimur Petursson, the
church's unusual design represents volcanic basalt columns flanking
its towering steeple. It took nearly 40 years to build the edifice,
which was finally completed in 1986. In front of the church stands
a statue of Leif Eriksson, donated to Iceland by the United
States.
Address: You can find it at the end of the Skólavörđustígur;
Website: www.hallgrimskirkja.is;
Telephone: 510 1000;
Opening time: Open daily from 9am - 5pm;
Admission: Kr400 (adults); Kr100 (children) to access the tower viewing level
