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Skalholt Cathedral
Skalholt, Selfoss 806, Iceland
Open today: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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“Historic Cathedral worth a quick stop”
Historic cathedral with a crypt below. Wish there was more information available as it’s such an... read more
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NomadicTraveller7
Fuerteventura
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The is easy and quick to visit as it is just off the road between Geysir and Selfoss. This is another historic site where hundreds of years ago there was a very large cathedral and religious school. The original cathedral was destroyed by an earthquake, but the church was rebuilt in the 1960’s. The church was closed when we stopped by. There as a view over the ruins and a lake but the whole visit should not detain you for very long.
Date of experience: June 2021
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MarisaS979
Santa Cruz, California
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Historic cathedral with a crypt below. Wish there was more information available as it’s such an important piece of history. Centuries of cathedrals have been built here. There’s even a hidden entrance from the field into the crypt. It’s a nice stop along the Golden Circle route.
Date of experience: July 2021
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Brian D
Denver, Colorado
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Great church to visit for some excellent pictures. The church was locked, so could not venture inside. Just a few minutes here to relax, take a deep breath and enjoy the gorgeous scenery. Located just off the Golden Circle.
Date of experience: May 2021
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wilhelmm-norway
Fornebu, Norway
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Skalholt has an intriguing history that goes hand in hand with Iceland’s history since its christening around year 1000. Despite so much of historic importance being represented here, the history is so difficult to access and understand when you pay a visit to the church as this place today resembles nothing in comparison to how it symbolized power, knowledge and history 500-1000 years ago when this was the center of knowledge and religious power in Iceland. Those who are not well read up on Skalholt’s history before a visit will leave without being impressed. For such a site, there should be a resident guide available, and much more relevant information and history presented. Very disappointing presentation of such an important site!
Date of experience: August 2020
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O5237VEjanec
Norwich, United Kingdom
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The cathedral and other buildings look great against the skyline as you approach. The interior is rather beautiful too. I would have liked to have tried the cafe too but it wasn't open.
Date of experience: May 2019
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