Facts About Iceland That Make It Unlike Any Other Country

Viking Sword Road

When we think of Scandinavia, we often conjure up images of the Vikings, who first settled in Iceland in the 9th century.

 

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In honor of their sword-wielding Nordic descendants, they created this "Sword Road." Set on the Snaefellsnes peninsula, north of Reykjavik, it leads to many popular sights.

Icelandic Winter Hack

Many people don't know that Iceland uses geothermal heating to heat not only their homes but also car parks and sidewalks to keep them snow-free. Now that's genius!

 

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That means there's no need for Icelanders to thoroughly shovel snow anymore. The best thing about this is, it's all done with natural resources!