How Iceland Became a Nation of Swimmers
The epic swim that inspired a cultural shift—and made swimming a national priority in Iceland
As many of you know, we Icelanders LOVE our swimming pools.
On a volcanic island where the water is heated through subterranean geothermal activity, hot water is plentiful—hence the proliferation of swimming pools in virtually every part of the country.
Our pools are our community centres. It is where we go to unwind, reset, meet up with friends, discuss…
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