Northwestern_Region_(Iceland)

Northwestern Region (Iceland)

Northwestern Region (Iceland)

Region of Iceland

Northwestern Region (Icelandic: Norðurland vestra, Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈnɔrðʏrˌlant ˈvɛstra] ⓘ) is one of the traditional eight regions of Iceland, located in the north of the island. The largest town in the region is Sauðárkrókur, with a population of 3000.

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One of the primary attractions of the area is the basalt rock Hvítserkur, 15 meters high and resembles a dragon that throws its head to take a sip of water.[1]

References

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    "8 reasons to explore Northwest Iceland". Icelandmag. Retrieved 2020-09-21.

65°44′46″N 19°38′22″W


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