Iceland review - 2016, Page 106

104 ICELAND REVIEW
Nuuk is one of the most unique and beautiful places in the
world. For many, Greenland conjures images of a vast gla-
cial landscape with chunks of ice scattered about and walls of
ice jutting up from the sea. People may picture huge blocks of
ice constantly breaking off glaciers, with icebergs floating along
on the icy water. While there is an obvious abundance of ice in
Greenland, the island is also home to striking colors. In the sum-
mer, lush greens and muted reds and browns decorate beautiful
Nuuk: a multi-colored capital city situated on a serene slice of
Greenland. With untouched wilderness in its backyard, Nuuk is
an excellent base for exploring the world’s largest island.
GET OUT AND EXPLORE
There are numerous organized activities that allow travelers to
explore the rugged, yet fragile landscape. The city is an ideal
base for hiking, fishing, kayaking, and viewing wildlife; including
whales, seals and a vast variety of bird species. Avid hikers are
delighted at the choice of trails in Nuuk. Several routes start at
the edge of the city to the settlements of Qooqqut, and Ka-
pisillit. Sailing is another popular activity—whether it’s visiting
the abandoned settlement of Kangeq, taking a fjord safari, or
going iceberg hunting. Meanwhile, several local companies of-
fer fishing trips to catch halibut, cod, redfish and Arctic char;
while those with a little more patience might be able to reel in
JUST THREE HOURS FROM ICELAND
If you think Greenland is just about ice and snow, think again.
a spotted wolf fish, or even a Greenland halibut. For hunters, the
Nuuk area offers excursions for hunting reindeer, seal, ptarmigan
and eider duck.
A MULTI-COLORED, MULTICULTURAL METROPOLIS
While the scenery is breathtaking and the excursions ac-
tion-packed, Nuuk is also known for being a cultural hub in
Greenland. Nuuk is a small city with a big personality—a place
where the traditional, the new, the edgy, and the beautiful all
coexist side by side. When picturing Nuuk, many people think
of the city’s colorful houses, and so its slogan, ‘Colourful Nuuk,’
certainly seems fitting. But it’s not just the surroundings that are
colorful—it’s also the city’s inhabitants themselves. Multicultur-
al, innovative, and trendsetting, Nuuk is a vibrant melting pot,
brimming with life. Nuuk offers museums displaying Greenland’s
contemporary art, rich history, proud cultural heritage, as well
as theaters offering dance productions, cinema, and concerts.
It’s easy to get swept away by the city’s many cultural offerings.
There are also many restaurants and cafés where travelers can
sample local cuisine, as well as food from distant shores.
Locals take pride in their beautiful city and are thrilled to wel-
come travelers and make them feel welcome in Nuuk’s cozy com-
munity.
colourfulnuuk.com

Berglind Häsler lives at Karlsstaðir, on the shores of Berufjörđur,
with her husband Svavar. Both members of the well known Icelandic
band Prins Póló, the couple gave up on life in Reykjavik for a more
self sufficient farm life for their family in the fjords of East Iceland.
Today they make natural turnip crisps and serve their own vegan
sausages, so-called bulsur, at their café/concert venue Havarí.
Endlessly inspired they make music in their spare time. All information at
think outside the circle
INSPIRED BY
AUSTURLAND
COLOURFUL NUUK:
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