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Hornstrandir
Hornstrandir is a remote and rugged peninsula located in the northwestern part of Iceland. It is a nature lover's paradise, with its stunning landscapes, dramatic cliffs, and abundant wildlife. The area is largely uninhabited, making it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and adventure. Hornstrandir is also a popular destination for photographers, with its unique and diverse scenery providing endless opportunities for capturing breathtaking images. Some of the most popular photography locations in Hornstrandir include the towering cliffs of Hesteyri, the picturesque fjords of Hornvík, and the rugged coastline of Látrabjarg.
Well worth the climb.
![I was lucky enough to see Hornbjarg, Iceland in good weather (it rained most of the week). [OC] [3030x3024]](https://cdn.phoide.com/Thumbs/35389042453.jpg)
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Straumnes Air Station en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straumnes_Air_Station
Hesteyri wasn't a particularly busy place until Norwegian whalers built a factory there in 1890 along with harbors and dwellings for workers. Hesteyri became an active community with a school, shop and a church. At its busiest time the population was around a hundred.
Whaling ban was put on in 1915 and the factory closed down. Quiet times didn't last long. Entrepreneurs from Reykjavik bought it and converted into a herring factory. It operated as such until 1940 when the herring disappeared. The factory closed down for good. In 1952 there were only 30 people left in Hesteyri. In the spring they had a meeting in the community house to figure out what to do about the situation. On that meeting they decided to leave Hesteyri all together the following autumn.
Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Hornstrandir!
Most notably Rob Oo.