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Orbis et Globus (Circle and Sphere) in Grímsey Island
Orbis et Globus (Circle and Sphere) in Grímsey Island is an artwork that was placed on the Arctic Circle in 2017. It is a 3m diameter globe that will follow the fluctuating North-South part of the Arctic Circle until it leaves the island.
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A street lamp with the red heart shaped light glowing 24/7 is located by the sea between the old harbour in the city center and Hof Cultural House. Take a selfie with Akureyri Church in the background and share on social media with the hashtag #heartsofakureyri.
Events Today
- Art exhibition by Helga Sigríður Valdemarsdóttir at Gallery LAK - kl. 09:00
- Into the Arctic - Exhibition open - kl. 10:00
- Open in Hlíðarfjall Ski Resort - kl. 10:00
- Akureyri Museum open - kl. 13:00
- Jazz at Hof Cultural Center - Philip J. Doyle and friends - kl. 16:00
- Art exhibition "Untitled Lullaby" at Deiglan - kl. 17:00
- Skautahöllin (Ice skating rink): Ice skating disco - kl. 19:00
- Basketball men's league, Þór vs Höttur at Íþróttahöllin Sports Hall - kl. 19:15
- Concert with Vintage Caravan at Græni Hatturinn - kl. 22:00
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VAÐLAHEIÐI TUNNEL
A new tunnel through Vaðlaheiði mountain shortens the trip from Akureyri to Húsavík about 16 km. The total length of the tunnel is about 7.5 km. The tunnel has two driving lanes, one in each direction. Travellers have to pay for each trip through the tunnel. More info HERE.
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THE GUARDIAN RECOMMENDS AKUREYRI
You are asking where to go on holiday in 2018? The Guardian has made a list and highlights Akureyri saying it is a great destination in its own right, as well as a starting point for exploring some of the island’s most dramatic sights. Read more here.
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