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Sun Voyager 8,988 reviews #7 of 142 things to do in Reykjavik Monuments & Statues Open now 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Write a review About Created to celebrate the city of Reykjavik's 200th birthday, this "dream boat" sculpture represents hope, progress, and freedom. Duration: 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing
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An iconic sculpture by the sea. Sólfarið, or The Sun Voyager, is an iconic statue along the seaside of Reykjavík unveiled to mark the 200th birthday of the city of Reykjavík on August 18, 1990. Designed by artist Jón Gunnar, the statue is built of stainless steel and is the artist's interpretation of a dreamboat and ode to the sun.
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Sun Voyager is situated in Reykjavík, Iceland. Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland and has a tiny population of 120,000 people. The population of Iceland is only around 342,000 people making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. In 1986, a competition was held by the authorities in the west district of the city.
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Reykjavik is home to Sólfarið Sun Voyager - the most famous sculpture in Iceland. If you love art and culture, Solfar is a must-see stop while exploring Iceland's capital city! Foodies Delight Reykjavik Walk Hop On Hop Off - Reykjavik Sightseeing Hallgrimskirkja, Harpa, Perlan & The Old Harbour
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Solfar Sculpture, also known as the Sun Voyager, is the famous steel sculpture created by artist Jón Gunnar Árnason. The art piece is located next to the Sæbraut road in downtown Reykjavík.. Iceland Unlimited Travel Service Skógarhlíð 12, 105 Reykjavík. Phone: +354 415 0600 Email: booking(at)icelandunlimited.is Emergency phone number.
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25 Feb admin History & Traditions of Iceland, Things to do in Reykjavik Sólfarið - The Sun Voyager Hi there! I'm Valur, Your Friend In Reykjavik. Today I want to talk to you about the history behind Sólfarið or The Sun Voyager. Artist Jon Gunnar Arnason made this sculpture, located down by the seafront here in Reykjavik. The History of the Art Work
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The Concept Behind Solfar / Sun Voyager. In an interview published in the newspaper Þjóðviljinn on June 11 1987, Jón Gunnar describes the genesis of the work: "In May 1985, a group of artists, members of the Scandinavian art project, Experimental Environment, gathered to take part in the Saari-Vala Environmental Art Action in Bockholm.
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The Sun Voyager Location Just where can find the sculpture? It's located at Sæbraut, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland, The Sun Voyager FAQ What you need to know: 1) When can I check out the sculpture? You can visit anytime, as it resides in a public space. 2) What's the closest metro stop? Reykjavik is pretty small.
Sun Voyager sculpture by Jón Gunnar Árnason in Reykjavik, Iceland Peapix
The Sun Voyager Sculpture | Reykjavik Area | Iceland Travel The Sun Voyager Photo Gallery The gleaming steel sculpture on Reykjavik's splendid waterfront that resembles a Viking long-ship is the 'Solfar' or 'Sun Voyager.'
Sun Voyager sculpture by artist Jón Gunnar Árnason in Reykjavik
The Sun Voyager ( Icelandic: Sólfar [ˈsouːlˌfaːr̥]) is a sculpture by Jón Gunnar Árnason, located next to the Sæbraut road in Reykjavík, Iceland. Sun Voyager is described as a dreamboat, or an ode to the Sun. The artist intended it to convey the promise of undiscovered territory, a dream of hope, progress and freedom. History
The Sun Voyager Sculpture in Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Iceland. Sun Voyager
The Sun Voyager (Sólfarið) is a large steel sculpture of a ship, located on the road Sæbraut, by the seaside of central Reykjavík. The work is one of the most visited sights in the capital, where people gather daily to gaze at the sun reflecting in the stainless steel of this remarkable monument.
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Visit the Sun Voyager Sculpture, Höfði house, the location of the 1986 Reykjavík Summit between Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev and Borgartún street, the "Wall Street of Iceland". You can take the ferry to Viðey Island or walk to Laugardalur valley and dip into Laugardalslaug geothermal pool, the largest public pool in Iceland.
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Our tour begins. Sólfarið, The Sun Voyager (1990) - Jón Gunnar. Location: Sæbraut. We begin our sculpture walk with one of the most famous statues in Reykjavik, The Sun Voyager. It was unveiled on Sæbraut on the birthday of the city of Reykjavík on August 18th, 1990. According to the sculptor, the Sun Voyager represents "the promise of.
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The Sun Voyager is part of The Sculpture and Shore Walk by the shoreline in Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland. Dreaming about a tour to the sun A winner of a 1986 competition for an outdoor sculpture for the district of Vesturbær Evening in Reykjavik by the Sun Voyager In 1986 the city of Reykjavík celebrated its 200th anniversary.
Sun Voyager Sculpture in Reykjavik, Iceland
The Sun Voyager is a striking steel sculpture by Jón Gunnar Árnason, made to resemble a Viking ship but is, in fact, a dream boat and an ode to the sun…
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The Sun Voyager (Sólfarið) is a large steel sculpture located on by the seaside of central Reykjavík, Iceland. While many believe it to be a Viking ship, it is actually meant to depict a dreamboat that serves as an ode to the sun.