This 380-page guide to Iceland presents the country's highlights in a comprehensive format, illustrated with hundreds of full-colour photographs and 16 maps. The key features include: Places - region-by-region gazetteer section covering the whole of Iceland, with top attractions highlighted and cross-referenced with detailed local maps; Essay Features - incisive essays on Iceland's history, people and culture, from its pioneering origins to its present-day popularity as one of Europe's favourite party destinations; and Travel Tips - practical listings section, including accommodation, entertainment, transport and essential contact addresses and numbers.