The historic Villingaholtskirkja in West Iceland is a great way to explore local history and culture. Located in a small town, the church holds a special place in Icelandic culture as it is not only home to one of the oldest concrete churches in the world, but it was also once a part of the powerful and wealthy Sturlunga Clan in the 12th and 13th centuries. Visitors can explore the monuments dedicated to both prominent Icelandic explorer Eggert Ólafsson and his wife Ingibjörg Guðmundsdóttir at this site. It's said that Christopher Columbus even visited the church during his travels in 1477-78. Guests can also enjoy a view-dial called Háholt, which shows the names and heights of nearby mountains. With such a rich past, Villingaholtskirkja provides travelers with a unique opportunity to explore the Icelandic history and culture in one of its most beautiful locations.