13 strange and interesting facts about Iceland
Q. Where does the food in Iceland come from?
The roots of Iceland’s cuisine comes from the Scandinavian cuisine after Norse Vikings settled here during the 9th century and onwards. Today, food from all over the world is widely available at the restaurants in Reykjavik and other cities.
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Q. What is unique about Icelandic and why?
Iceland is known the world over as the land of ice and fire. As well as containing a multitude of glaciers and snow-peaked mountains, volcanoes are also dotted around the island. What makes this volcano unique is the fact that you can actually go inside the magma chamber!
- More than 60% of the Icelandic population live in the capital city, Reykjavik.
- Iceland was the last place on earth to be settled by humans.
- Many Icelanders believe in elves and trolls.
- You can swim outdoors in hot springs all year round.
Q. What beer is in Iceland?
Beer brands
| Brand | Type | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|
| Víking Gylltur | Lager | Icelandic water, malt, maize, sugar, hops, yeast |
| Víking Sterkur | Lager | Icelandic water, barley malt, maize, sugar, hops |
| Thule | Lager | Icelandic water, malt, maize, sugar, hops, yeast |
| Egils Jólabjór (Egils Christmas beer) | Lager | Icelandic water, malted barley, hops, licorice, yeast |
Q. Is beer expensive in Iceland?
Whilst Iceland draws in a myriad of international visitors each year, the country has a reputation other than the allure of its magnificent natural wonders….How much things cost in Iceland.
| Item | ISK (average) | Price in GBP (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic beer (half litre) | 1,200 | £6.87 |
| Imported Beer (0.33l) | 1,000 | £5.73 |
| Milk | 175 | £1.00 |
| Bread | 408 | £2.34 |
Q. Is Icelandic beer good?
Icelandic Prize-Winning Beers Icelandic beers have won some impressive prizes at the prestigious World Beer Awards: Boli by Ölgerðin Egill Skallagrímsson won 1st prize in the lager category (2017) Bríó by Borg Brugghús won 1st prize in the German-Style Pilsner category (2012)
