Skyrland exhibition is located in The Old Dairy, part of the newly opened Selfoss Centre. From the first settlers, struggling to survive the freezing winters, to the 21st century kitchen table, skyr is woven through the story of a nation. A journey of sights, scents and tastes, you’ll discover a 1000-year story of how a Viking dairy product became a global health food. Interactive story wall leads you across the centuries, revealing hidden secrets along the way. You’ll discover how 40 generations of women passed their skyr-making knowledge down, from mother to daughter, and how the story moved from isolated turf- roofed farms, to the world.

Skyrland is an ideal stop for groups of all types and ages. It offers many  types of tasting options that suits different  groups. As part of the new Selfoss Centre, its popular to combine a guided walking tour around Selfoss with the Skyrland visit.

Ten ideas for recreation on and near the Golden Circle:

1. Have delicious Icelandic lobster (or langoustine) for lunch or dinner in one of the area coastal towns, like Stokkseyri or Eyrarbakki.
2. Go on a kayak tour on narrow canals near Stokkseyri. In winter you can kayak after dark and witness the northern lights!
3. Try thrilling ATV tours on the black sand beaches of the South Coast.
4. From thrills to chills, get spooked at the Ghost Centre in Stokkseyri.
5. At Sólvangur – Icelandic Horse Centre near Eyrarbakki you can learn all about the Icelandic horse’s qualities, visit the stable and go on riding tours there or with Eldhestar near Hveragerði.
6. The Golden Circle is famous for a reason: Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall and Geysir Hot Spring Area are a must-see.
7. History comes to life in the charming old houses in Eyrarbakki and in the new Selfoss Centre. At Árnesinga Folk Museum, it’s easy to picture village life in the past.
8. Get wet! Apart from the county’s many swimming pools, it includes dive site Silfra in Þingvellir Laugarvatn Fontana Spa, the Secret Lagoon in Flúðir, the hot river in Reykjadalur valley and the natural pool Hrunalaug.
9. Visit a greenhouse! Learn about the eco-village Sólheimar, the production of tomatoes at Friðheimar, mushrooms at Flúðir and taste their curious culinary creations.
10. Imagine what it was like living in a cave! At Laugarvatnshellar you can take a guided tour of manmade caves where an average Icelandic family lived in the last century.

For more ideas and inspirations, go to www.south.is