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Where were Iceland’s first two bishoprics established?

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Iceland’s first two bishoprics were established at the following locations:

Skálholt: Established in 1056.1
Hólar: Established in 1106.1

These institutions played a significant role in the Christianization of the country following the Althing's decision in 999 or 1000 to adopt Christianity as the national religion.12