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Stykkishólmur

Stykkishólmur (Icelandic pronunciation: ​[ˈstɪhcɪsˌhoulmʏr̥]) is a town and municipality situated in the western part of Iceland, in the northern part of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. It is a center of services and commerce for the area. Most of the people make their living from fishing and tourism. A ferry called Baldur goes over the Breiðafjörður fjord to the Westfjords. It also is the gateway to Flatey. The origin of Stykkishólmur can be traced to one important thing, a natural harbor. Because of these excellent conditions Stykkishólmur became an important trading post early in Iceland’s history. The first trading post in Stykkishólmur is traced back to the late 16th century, even before Denmark implemented the notorious Danish–Icelandic Trade Monopoly (1602 – 1787). From that time trading has been at the heart of Stykkishólmur history. In 1828 Árni Thorlacius built a large house for his home and companies, the Norwegian house. That marvelous house is still standing and was renovated some years ago and accommodates the local museum.[1]

Stykkishólmur Harbour

Stykkishólmur Harbour

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Harbour

Stykkishólmur Harbour

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Islands off Stykkishólmur Village

Islands off Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Harbour

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Village

Stykkishólmur Harbour

Ferry to Flatey Island

Stykkishólmur Harbour Stykkishólmur Harbour

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