Facts About Iceland That Make It Unlike Any Other Country

The Old Norse Tradition Where Trees Are Planted on Graves

Evidence of Iceland's fascinating folklore shows up in the unlikeliest of places. Like this tree-filled cemetery in Reykjavik, called Hólavallagarður cemetery.

 

Reddit.com/Yako_hello_nurse

 

According to the local legend, this graveyard was originally a Viking burial ground. It’s been said that these trees were planted on graves as an old Norse tradition and now visitors can touch the trees as a way to connect with their loved ones who have passed.

The World's Most Northern Capital

The country's capital, Reykjavik is the world's northernmost capital! But that's not all, Iceland has another city that's located even further north.

 

Shutterstock Photo by Boylos

 

The place is called Siglufjörður and it has a population of 1,300 people.