Ellidaey Island, Iceland

Those who want to stay away from the bustling cities and oppressive manifestations of a civilization have to go to Iceland, to the island of Ellidaey. It is located in the Atlantic Ocean in the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago. The area of ​​this tiny picturesque island is about 0.5 square km. If you look at the island from afar, it resembles a large hill with a steep slope. The place attracts travelers with its peaceful surroundings and picturesque scenery.

The island has formed about 5 000 years ago after an eruption of a volcano. For several hundred years, people have been living in its territory. They have being engaged in cattle breeding and fisheries. However, already by 1930, all the locals left the island and today it is uninhabited. The island is home to many birds. Watchers come there from all over the world.

Ellidaey Island has another amazing feature. A lot of puffins reside on its territory. Hunting them has been an important fishery for local people hundreds of years ago. Even now, some Irish hunters regularly visit the island for fishing. A small house with a sauna was built for them on the island.  Only hunters from the local association may visit the island. The island of Ellidaey is available for everybody within the framework of the usual tourist excursions. That’s an ideal place to get out of the daily bustle and admire the marvelous sea views. There are several small uninhabited islands next to Ellidaey. Next - Supai Village