Why Iceland?
Iceland
The Land of Fire & Ice
Iceland, also called the Land of Fire and Ice, is home to glaciers and volcanos. The island was formed over millions of years ago and the landscapes are shaped by these two forces of nature. Active volcanoes, bright green valleys, glacier-cut fjords, black sand beaches, and roaring rivers are the most distinctive features of the landscape.
The highlands are a sparsely inhabited plateau and studies show that 11% of the country is covered by glaciers, one of the main attractions in Iceland. Iceland is also home to Europe’s largest glacier, Vatnajökull, which is equivalent to three times the size of Luxembourg and covers about 8% of Iceland’s total landmass. Many of Iceland’s natural wonders are easily accessible and yet virtually untouched by humans. Route 1, or the Ring Road, runs around the island and is within reach of many of these sites.
Highlights
My Favourite Highlights in Iceland
Dettifoss
Second most powerfall waterfall in Europe. It measures 45m high and 100m wide.
What I like about it
You hear the waterfall before you see, and you feel tiny in comparison to it!
Vesturdalur-Jokulsargljufur Canyon
A hidden hiking gem in North Iceland.
What I like about it
Remote, peaceful with lots of hiking opportunities.
Borgafjordur Eystri
Puffin magic - Borgarfjörður eystri is a fjord in east Iceland.
What I like about it
You can see puffins up close and personal, plus the road trip there can satisfy any adrenaline junkie!
GALLERY
My Photos from Iceland
