5 things to know before visiting Iceland
Skogafoss waterfall Iceland is one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Due to the reach of the internet and the traveling bug caught by most of us it is on everyone's bucket list now. However before landing in Reykjavík it is useful to be aware of a few things. The smell!!! The tap water in Iceland smells (A LOT) due to sulfur. From what I had read only the hot water is supposed to smell and not the cold water but in our rented accommodation even the cold water in the kitchen had a distinct smell. Nothing can really prepare you for the odor. The water is heated naturally b y geothermal springs, pumped from the ground and supplied directly to each home. The locals swear by the health aspect of the pure water and highly recommend drinking it however I found it really difficult to get comfortable with the smell . Icelandic air smells as well although it is very pure and clean. The smell is stronger if you are near a ge...