Saturday Stroll in Downtown Reykjavik

When the morning torrential rain cleared, I walked to downtown. On a typical day, the sky over Reykjavik is bright sunshine with clear blue skies. Yes, I even wear sunglasses here. Thats me in front of the University of Iceland Administration Building.  I am looking toward a view that never gets old;  Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral which towers over downtown.

Even in chilly weather, a walk in old downtown is a treat.  The building art reminds me of downtown St Petersburg, where artists show their talents on buildings

The Lopapeysa is the heavy wool sweater with knit design unique to Iceland 

(other Nordic countrie salso have their designs). These sweaters are about an inch thick and heavy as a  coat. I have admired them on each trip here, but the reality is I would never wear it in Florida. These hand knit creations are also expensive.  The Farmers Market has lovely sweaters but not bargains. Be careful at tourist places as you may not get the real deal. If you want a genuine Lopapeysa at an affordable price, here is the secret. Shop at the Red Cross Thrift Store, Laugavegur 116. A lovely sweater I saw today was $119 US Dollars, still a bargain for a practically indestructible sweater that becomes an heirloom

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And visit to The Christmas Store