Hidden PeopleNever mind the Vikings, one of Iceland's most interesting
cultural drawcards must surely be the Huldufólk, or 'Hidden
People'. In Icelandic folklore, the Huldufólk are akin to elves -
invisible, non-threatening, magical beings, that can be observed by
humans with a talent for communicating with the 'hidden realm' of
being. A large proportion of Iceland's population reputedly believe
in the Huldufólk and they are an important element of the country's
folklore and national identity. Visitors to Iceland will gain a lot
of insight into the culture by exploring the concept a little.
Recommended Huldufólk-related activities include a visit to
Reykjavik's Hellisgerdi Lava Park (which is supposedly full of
elvin homes); a trip to the Museum of Icelandic Wonders in
Stokkseyri (just 45 miles or 70km from the capital); and, for the
really enthusiastic, attending a half-day course at Magnús
Skarphedinsson's �lfaskólinn - the Icelandic Elf School, where
you'll learn all about the 'hidden |
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