Akureyri is called the "capital of Northern Iceland", and is the center of the country's fisheries, and its port is the most important in the region. Akureyri is the second largest city in Iceland after the greater Reykjavik region, and the fourth largest municipality after Reykjavik, Hafnarfjordur and Kopavogur. The city's climate is characterized by extreme cold in the winter, as it is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and a moderate and warm climate in the summer. Akureyri is a charming city in itself, with a lot of activities that can be done in this small place, such as going to ancient museums, taking hiking trips with friends, horse riding, whale watching, visiting picturesque waterfalls, and ski trips in the winter. . In addition, this city is the gateway to many amazing regions in the north, most notably Myvatn, Detivos Waterfall, Godafoss Waterfall, and Besperje Valley. If you are passing by from Akureyri, you should spend at least one day in the town itself before heading out and exploring the nearby scenic spots, it is really worth a visit.