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Hallgrímskirkja (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈhatl̥ˌkrimsˌcʰɪr̥ca], Church of Hallgrímur) is a Lutheran (Church of Iceland) parish church in Reykjavík, Iceland. At 74.5 metres (244 ft) tall, it is the largest church in Iceland and among the tallest structures in the country.
Jun 27, 2019 · Learn about the history, design, and features of Hallgrímskirkja, a memorial church in Reykjavík that resembles a basalt rock. Find out how to visit, when to go, and what to see at this landmark building.
Hallgrímskirkja is the largest church and the national monument in Iceland, dedicated to the poet Hallgrímur Pétursson. It offers a panoramic view from its 73-meter tower and hosts a vibrant parish life and musical activity.
Hallgrímskirkja er opin alla daga vikunnar í sumar kl. 9-20. Turninn er opinn alla daga vikunnar kl. 9.-19.30. Athugið breytta opnunartíma vegna athafna og viðburða. Vinsamlegast skoðið: Opnunartímar vikunnar.
Hallgrímskirkja (“Church of Hallgrímur” in English) is one of Reykjavík’s main landmarks. The impressive church towers over the city’s skyline, rising out of the capital’s center like a concrete geyser.
The architect drew richly on Icelandic traditions and materials in his designs, and Hallgrímskirkja, his ultimate work, shows this clearly, symbolizing mountains and glaciers soaring up through imitations of hexagonal basalt columns.
Keeping watch over Reykjavík, Hallgrímskirkja is Iceland's largest church and one of the tallest buildings in the country- towering at 244 feet. One of the city's main focal points, it can help you orient yourself as you explore downtown Reykjavík!
