Land of the Midnight Sun: During the summer solstice, Iceland experiences nearly 24 hours of daylight, known as the "midnight sun." Conversely, it has very short days during the winter.

Elf Belief: A significant number of Icelanders believe in elves, or "hidden people," and some even consult them in matters of city planning and construction.

Unique Horse Breed: The Icelandic horse is a unique breed known for its small stature, strength, and five natural gaits. It's been purebred in Iceland for over a thousand years.

Swimming in Hot Springs: Public swimming and soaking in geothermal pools are a big part of Icelandic culture, with the Blue Lagoon being the most famous.

Icelandic Language: The Icelandic language has changed so little over the centuries that Icelanders can still read old Norse literature.

Glacier Adventures: Iceland has some of Europe's largest glaciers, and Vatnajökull is the largest glacier by volume in Europe.

Whale Watching: The country is one of the best places in the world for whale watching, with over 20 different whale species in its waters.

Peculiar Delicacies: Traditional Icelandic cuisine includes some unique dishes like hákarl (fermented shark), brennivín (a potent spirit), and skyr (a dairy product similar to yogurt).

Waterfall Abundance: Iceland has an impressive number of waterfalls, including some of the most powerful and picturesque in Europe, like Gullfoss, Skógafoss, and Dettifoss.

No Mosquitoes: Interestingly, Iceland is one of the few places in the world where mosquitoes are virtually nonexistent.

Geological Wonders: Iceland is a geothermal marvel, known for its stunning volcanic landscape, geysers, hot springs, waterfalls, glaciers, and black sand beaches.

Renewable Energy Leader: The country is a world leader in renewable energy, particularly geothermal power, and the majority of its energy needs are met through renewable sources.

Oldest Democracy: Iceland is home to what is considered the world's oldest parliament, the Althing, established in 930 AD.

No Standing Army: Iceland is one of the few countries in the world without a standing army. It does, however, have a Coast Guard that maintains Iceland's defense and rescue services.