Ísland 2005: Vatnsdalur

Vatnsdalur

Image ©2005 William R. Short

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Vatnsdalur is a beautiful and historic valley. This view is across the lake Flóðið to the Víðalsfjall mountains to the west.

Further into the valley is the home of one of Iceland's earliest settlers, Ingimundur gamli. He was led to this location by the gods, and he built a temple on the site.

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Higgins Armory Sword Guild
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Hurstwic, a Viking Age Living History Society