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Stykkisholmur holidays
Located in the north of the Snaefellsnes peninsula, the town of Stykkisholmur is popular as a base to explore the peninsula. With its scenic setting and natural harbour, tourism and fishing are the main industries here. The town became prominent in the early 19th century and there are still excellent examples of architecture from this era dotted around the town.
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