Funny Hats and Furry Capes: The Evolution of Icelandic Traditonal Clothing
All of the Nordic countries have a “national costume”, a traditional dress which was historically worn during the days while working. Iceland is no different, and the Icelandic traditonal clothing has undergone several changes and variations and revived as old designs fell out of use.…
Easter in Iceland
Easter is an interesting time in Iceland. It starts on Maundy Thursday (Skírdagur), which in 2017 falls on April 13th and ends Easter Monday (Annar í páskum) falling on April 17th. It’s a nice, long, 5 day 4 night weekend which many people use to escape to the countryside, or leave the country altogether.…
