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Geysir Geothermal Area
Iceland
A geothermal field where Strokkur erupts every few minutes, giving the English language the word geyser.
Northern Europe
Iceland
A volcanic island of waterfalls, glaciers, black-sand beaches and geothermal pools, where the northern lights and midnight sun frame a small, welcoming capital.
Before you plan: Weather, road conditions and volcanic activity can change quickly and close roads or areas; check road.is and safetravel.is before travelling, and follow local warnings at beaches and glaciers.
- Capital
- Reykjavík
- Languages
- Icelandic
- Currency
- Icelandic króna (ISK)
- Best time to go
- June to August for midnight sun and open highland roads; September to March for northern lights; shoulder months for fewer crowds.
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Dimmuborgir
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A maze of strange lava pillars and caves, said in folklore to be home to trolls and elves.
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Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon
Vík í Mýrdal, Iceland
A winding, moss-covered canyon carved by a river, reached by a viewing path along the rim.
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