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On Iceland’s east coast, the town of Eskifjörður reveals layers of maritime history, resilient community life and the enduring significance of fisheries along its fjord.
Once a hub for French fishermen, Fáskrúðsfjörður displays traces of its maritime history from bilingual signs to a well-kept cemetery for lost sailors.
In a secluded corner of East Iceland, just seven residents share a history shaped by whaling, wild weather and an enduring local church.
Set beside the East Fjords’ largest bay, Reyðarfjörður’s fishing, wartime past and modern industry shape its identity. The town reveals unique stories of global connections, resilience and changing times.
