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The Westman Islands, or Vestmannaeyjar in Icelandic, are a beautiful archipelago that is often overlooked by international visitors. They were formed by underwater volcanic activity, which is showcased by their striking landscapes, rugged cliffs, and grassy hills.

The best and cheapest way to get to the Westman Islands is by the ferry. It takes around 45 minutes and leaves from Landeyjahöfn seven times a day.

Westman Islands is Iceland's best kept secret with rich history, unique landscape and heartwarming and welcoming inhabitants. Vestmannaeyjar main island is called Heimaey, which has a population of around 4300.

The Icelandic pronunciation of Vestmannaeyjar is Vest-man-na-ey-jar-r, which sounds like [ˈvɛstˌmanːaˌeiːjar̥]. While the Icelandic pronunciation is a bit complex, you can pronounce it by breaking it down phonetically: vest as in "vest," then man as in "man," followed by na as in "na," and then ey as in the English word "eye," and finally jar as in "jar" with a slight rolling of the 'r' and a soft 'h' sound at the end.

Vestmannaeyjar offers breathtaking natural beauty, including dramatic volcanic landscapes, stunning sea cliffs, and vibrant birdlife, especially puffins. Visitors can explore Eldfell volcano, visit the Eldheimar museum to learn about the 1973 eruption, and enjoy scenic hikes and boat tours around the islands.