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Travel Bites 901: Reykjavik, Iceland’s Vibrant Capital

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Reykjavik, by far Iceland’s biggest city, is still intimate and pedestrian friendly. Enjoy its cathedral, unique sculpture, parliament, national museum, and Viking heritage.

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