Iceland - Andrew Evans

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Résumé :
Scout for seals at Jókulsárlón, a unique lagoon of fluorescent-blue glaciers. Enjoy the cafés, galleries and museums of quirky Reykjavik. Hike among hot springs and dramatic peaks at Landmannalaugar, an ethereal volcanic desert. Watch countless puffins waddling on the windswept cliffs of the Westmann Islands. Saddle up and explore the emerald landscape of Thingvellir National Park on horseback. Iceland is a place where Mother Nature reigns supreme. Its mesmerising mix of crashing waterfalls, mighty glaciers and bubbling geysers has enticed adventure seekers for centuries,offering visitors the chance to hike across lava fields under the Midnight Sun and cruise along shimmering fjords in search of whales. But there's more to this North Atlantic island than just the great outdoors . a rich heritage - brought to life in bloodthirsty Viking sagas and stories of "hidden people" is as other worldly as the surrounding landscapes. Now in its fourth edition, Bradt's icelands is the most comprehensive guidebook available. Written by expert travel writer Andrew Evans, it combines full practical advice with colourful background information and anecdotes, and is the essential companion for any visitor to this extraordinary land.