Is there a cathedral in Iceland?

What's more, since the dissolution of the diocese of Hólar, in the north of the country, at the beginning of the 19th century, the church has been the only cathedral in Iceland. The Lutheran Cathedral in Reykjavik has played an important role in Icelandic history.

Why is the Lutheran Cathedral in Reykjavik important?

The Lutheran Cathedral in Reykjavik has played an important role in Icelandic history. It was here that the Kingdom of Denmark granted Iceland a constitution and home rule in the mid 19th century, and the Icelandic national anthem was sung for the first time at this church.

How big is the Church of Iceland?

The church was originally intended to be less tall, but the leaders of the Church of Iceland wanted a large spire to outshine Landakotskirkja (Landakot's Church), which was the cathedral of the Catholic Church in Iceland. The interior is 1,676 square metres (18,040 sq ft). [citation needed]

Where is domkirkja in Iceland?

Domkirkja – or Dómkirkjan í Reykjavík as it is more often referred to in Iceland – is located in one of the city’s main public squares, Austurvöllur. The area has been a church site since around the 13th century. However, the church you see today was originally built at the end of the 18th century.