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Explore the Beauty of
East Iceland Picturesque towns, hiking trails, and breathtaking nature awaits
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ast Iceland is home to some of the most pristine, untouched nature on the island and charming towns with cultural attractions to boot. Múlaþing municipality consists of four villages, Borgarfjörður eystri, Seyðisfjörður, Djúpivogur, and Egilsstaðir, which are can’t-miss destinations in the east of Iceland.
Beautiful Borgarfjörður eystri Borgarfjörður eystri is a gem hidden between spectacular mountains in the east. It is the home of the Atlantic puffin, which can be visited during the summer season. These adorable birds are delightful to see
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in their natural habitat. In Hafnarhólmi, guests can get close to the birds, observe them, and get magnificent photos. Borgarfjörður offers a variety of fantastic well-maintained hiking trails where you can feel connected to nature. As the fjord is the home of hundreds of elves, who knows what one might spot while roaming the beautiful landscape. For those who want to experience the fjord filled with music and people, it is worth visiting during the Bræðslan music festival, which takes place in July every year. Check out borgarfjordureystri.is for more information about the village.
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Serene and scenic Seyðisfjörður Both culture and vibrant atmosphere symbolise the unique fjord Seyðisfjörður. The village buzzes with life during LungA, its annual art festival boasting local and international artists. In addition to the unique festival, it also hosts the LungA School. Exploring the sound sculpture, Tvísöngur combines hiking in beautiful surroundings and engaging art; it is a place where one might be tempted to sing a song or two. Walking in the fascinating village, down the rainbow street with its cute little coffee houses, market, shops, and restaurants
