population: 2.6 million

extension: 177.5 square kilometers

Museums

If you're in Saudarkrokur and interested in museums, I would recommend visiting the Icelandic Seal Center. It's located about 30 minutes away in Hvammstangi and offers exhibits on Iceland's seal population and their conservation. Another option would be the Hofsós Museum, which is also about a 30-minute drive away and features displays on local cultural heritage and history.

Food

Some of the most recommended, popular and typical dishes to eat according to local people in Saudarkrokur and the surrounding areas in Iceland include:

1. Hangikjöt (Smoked Lamb) - a traditional Icelandic dish made by smoking lamb meat over birch wood.

2. Plokkfiskur (Fish Stew) - a hearty stew made with fish (usually cod or haddock), potatoes, onions, and milk or cream.

3. Kjötsúpa (Meat Soup) - a thick soup made with lamb, potatoes, carrots, and other vegetables.

4. Grilled Seafood - given Iceland's location surrounded by sea, grilled seafood such as salmon, lobster, and scallops are also popular dishes in the region.

5. Skyr - a thick, creamy yogurt-like dairy product that is a staple in Icelandic cuisine and can be eaten on its own or used in cooking and baking.

6. Flatkaka (Flatbread) - a type of unleavened bread made from rye flour and traditionally cooked on a hot stone.

7. Brennivín - a strong, clear alcohol distilled from fermented potatoes and flavored with caraway seeds, often referred to as "Icelandic schnapps".

Activities

Some fun activities that local people enjoy in Saudarkrokur and the surrounding area include:
- Hiking or taking a scenic drive along the coast to see the beautiful fjords
- Fishing in one of the many rivers or lakes in the region
- Visiting nearby hot springs such as Grettislaug or Laugarbakki
- Participating in horseback riding tours, which are a popular activity all over Iceland
- Exploring the local culture and history at places like the Glaumbaer Folk Museum or the nearby turf church in Víðimýri.