Grafarkirkja
About the place
Grafarkirkja is a historic turf-roofed church built around 1670 by bishop Gissur Torlaksson. It is renowned for its exquisite wooden interior carvings, a rare example of Icelandic baroque craftsmanship. The church stands in complete seclusion against the majestic Skagafjordur mountains, creating a mystical atmosphere. In 1765, it was closed by the order of the Danish king and used as a farm storage for many years. Restored in 1950 by the National Museum of Iceland, it retains its original charm and is considered a “hidden treasure” of the North.
