Pingvellir National Park was founded by law in 1930. The Act states that “Pingvellir shall be protected national shrine (圣地) for all Icelanders.” In 2004 Pingvellir was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Facilities At Pingvellir National Park
The National Park Information Center at Leirar can provide advice on camping, fishing and hiking as well as other general information on the park. There is a small and comfortable cafeteria where drinks and light meals can be obtained.
At Hakio Visitor center is an interactive exhibition where the national park’s history and nature comes alive. Guests can also find there souvenir shop and small cafeteria.
Pingvellir National Park Rules
• All nature in the National Park is protected. Don’t disturb any natural or man-made feature.
• Do not damage vegetation. Fires are prohibited.
• Do not litter in the National Park.
•Do not drive off-road or park outside a designated (指定的) parking areas.
• Dogs must be kept on a leash (皮带), and owners must clean up after their pets.
•Note that the Pingvellir area has many rock fissures and cracks. Stay careful.
• Camping is only permitted at designated campsites. Observe quiet between midnight and 8 am.
• Fishing permits are sold at the service center. Note that boats must not be launched from National Park land.
• Park rangers and service center staff will be pleased to provide further information.
• Pingvellir National Park is a haven of peace. Drunkenness is inappropriate here, and disturbs other visitors. The National Park reserves that right to expel drunken visitors.
【小题1】What’s this article probably from?| A．A warning notice. | B．A museum guide. | C．A travel leaflet. | D．An advertisement. |
| A．With permission and donation. | B．With freedom and pleasure. |
| C．With attention and calmness. | D．With caution and respect. |
| A．Ask for advice at Visitor Center. | B．Walk pet dogs with dog leashes. |
| C．Fish in the lake without permits. | D．Camp only within the given time. |
