Transatlantic — Iceland; Saurbæjarkirkja

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Saurbæjarkirkja

Well into 19th century it was common in Iceland to build community churches using stone walls and thick turf roofs. While once commonplace, today only half a dozen such structures still remain throughout the country. Saurbæjarkirkja is one of those:

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Saurbæjarkirkja

Saurbæjarkirkja is directly behind the Museum of Sundry Objects, which I showed you a couple of weeks ago. It’s about five minutes’ walk from the museum, and well worth the stroll up the hill.

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Saurbæjarkirkja and nearby hills

In the church yard is a cemetery:

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Saurbæjarkirkja Cemetery

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