The Thingvellir National Park was established in 1930 and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. Thingvellir is a site of historical and cultural relevance for Iceland. It is located in the rift valley at the tip of the mid- Atlantic Ridge. This site is also the boundary between North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. The largest natural lake in Iceland, Thingvallavatn, lies to the south of Thingvellir National Park.
The Althing, the national parliament of Iceland, established in 930 AD, used to meet at this site until 1798. It is the oldest legislative body in the world. The assembly met every year for two weeks to make laws and settle disagreements.
The establishment of the park in 1930 was a tribute to the 1000th anniversary of the Althing. Also on the site are the Thingvellir Church and the ruins of old stone shelters.
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