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Iceland 2023

Iceland‘s beautiful scenery seen in June 2023. The trip was too short.

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Kirkjufell, also known as Church Mountain, seems to keep an eye on visitors to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula region. KirkjufellsfossKirkjufell, also known as Church Mountain, seems to keep an eye on visitors to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula region. Kirkjufellsfoss
Water from Kirkjufellsfoss, Church Mountain Falls, cascades into the river below.Water from Kirkjufellsfoss, Church Mountain Falls, cascades into the river below.
Urriðafosson (Urridafoss), on the Þjórsá (Thjorsa) River, is popular with people fishing for salmon.Urriðafosson (Urridafoss), on the Þjórsá (Thjorsa) River, is popular with people fishing for salmon.
The Eyjafjallajokull volcano glacier is seen beyond farmland. The volcano erupted in 2010, affecting air traffic for close to aThe Eyjafjallajokull volcano glacier is seen beyond farmland. The volcano erupted in 2010, affecting air traffic for close to a
Seljalandsfoss is visited on the only sunny day during our stay in Iceland.Seljalandsfoss is visited on the only sunny day during our stay in Iceland.
Reynisfjara black sand beach in Katla Geopark offers sweeping views of the North Atlantic Ocean — just don’t get swept out by aReynisfjara black sand beach in Katla Geopark offers sweeping views of the North Atlantic Ocean — just don’t get swept out by a
Remains of the shipwrecked Epine GY 7 are scattered across the black lava pearls of Djúpalónssandur beach in the Snæfellsnes PenRemains of the shipwrecked Epine GY 7 are scattered across the black lava pearls of Djúpalónssandur beach in the Snæfellsnes Pen
People express their joy at visiting Seljalandsfoss in many ways including dancing.People express their joy at visiting Seljalandsfoss in many ways including dancing.
Layers of rock are seen on a rugged path at Djúpalónssandur’s black lava pearl beach in the Snæfellsnes PeninsulaLayers of rock are seen on a rugged path at Djúpalónssandur’s black lava pearl beach in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
The rugged Ytri Tunga beach in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is home to sea lions and shorebirdsThe rugged Ytri Tunga beach in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is home to sea lions and shorebirds
Kelp of various shades of green covers rocks at Ytri Tunga beach in the Snæfellsnes PeninsulaKelp of various shades of green covers rocks at Ytri Tunga beach in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Gullfoss, one of the country’s most photographed waterfalls, is part of a Golden Circle tour. Along the Hvítá River, there are sGullfoss, one of the country’s most photographed waterfalls, is part of a Golden Circle tour. Along the Hvítá River, there are s
Gullfoss is one of the country’s most photographed waterfalls. A monument honors Sigríður Tómasdóttir, who threatened to throw hGullfoss is one of the country’s most photographed waterfalls. A monument honors Sigríður Tómasdóttir, who threatened to throw h
Geysers erupt and mud pots bubble at the Geysir Geothermal Area.Geysers erupt and mud pots bubble at the Geysir Geothermal Area.
Tiny yellow flowers surround a muddpot at the Geysir Geothermal Area. They do not mask the sulphur odor.Tiny yellow flowers surround a muddpot at the Geysir Geothermal Area. They do not mask the sulphur odor.
Geysers erupt and mud pots bubble at the Geysir Geothermal AreaGeysers erupt and mud pots bubble at the Geysir Geothermal Area
Vegetation is sparse at the Geysir Geothermal Area.Vegetation is sparse at the Geysir Geothermal Area.
Drekkingarhylur, the drowning pool on the Öxará River in Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park. is where women were executed foDrekkingarhylur, the drowning pool on the Öxará River in Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park. is where women were executed fo
Drangurinn Rock is the backdrop for turf elf houses used in the movie Hrafninn flýgur (When the Raven Flies). They also may haveDrangurinn Rock is the backdrop for turf elf houses used in the movie Hrafninn flýgur (When the Raven Flies). They also may have
Drangurinn Rock is the backdrop for turf elf houses used in the movie Hrafninn flýgur (When the Raven Flies). It is said that aDrangurinn Rock is the backdrop for turf elf houses used in the movie Hrafninn flýgur (When the Raven Flies). It is said that a
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An occasional rainbow and break from photobombing tourists rewards those who are prepared at Skogafoss.An occasional rainbow and break from photobombing tourists rewards those who are prepared at Skogafoss.
A stop at the Faxi waterfall on the Tungufljót River is part of a Golden Circle tour.A stop at the Faxi waterfall on the Tungufljót River is part of a Golden Circle tour.
The much-photographed Búðir (Budir) black church sits in the stark Snæfellsnes Peninsula countrysideThe much-photographed Búðir (Budir) black church sits in the stark Snæfellsnes Peninsula countryside
A Reykjavik street sign really does lead people to a burger joint.A Reykjavik street sign really does lead people to a burger joint.
Two Hvalur whaling ships are tied up in the Reykjavik harbor. Due to animal welfare concerns, Iceland has suspended whaling untiTwo Hvalur whaling ships are tied up in the Reykjavik harbor. Due to animal welfare concerns, Iceland has suspended whaling unti
A model's diaphanous white gown contrasts with the basalt columns in the Katla Geopark. The official photographer was nearbyA model's diaphanous white gown contrasts with the basalt columns in the Katla Geopark. The official photographer was nearby
Warning lights let visitors know about the hazards at Reynisfjara black sand beach in the Katla Geopark . The beach is known forWarning lights let visitors know about the hazards at Reynisfjara black sand beach in the Katla Geopark . The beach is known for
Tourists are able to duck behind a waterfall in ⁨Helgafellssveit⁩ area of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. (© 2023 Cindi Christie)Tourists are able to duck behind a waterfall in ⁨Helgafellssveit⁩ area of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. (© 2023 Cindi Christie)
Waterproof clothing is advised when visiting Gullfoss.Waterproof clothing is advised when visiting Gullfoss.
Water cascades into the Oxara River as it flows through Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park.Water cascades into the Oxara River as it flows through Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park.
The Sólheimajökull glacier,, like many in the world, is retreating.The Sólheimajökull glacier,, like many in the world, is retreating.
The North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart by about an inch a year, creating a rift valley that can is exThe North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart by about an inch a year, creating a rift valley that can is ex
Thorufoss (Þórufoss) on the Laxá í Kjós river may look familiar to “Game of Thrones” fans, but no dragons or Children of the ForThorufoss (Þórufoss) on the Laxá í Kjós river may look familiar to “Game of Thrones” fans, but no dragons or Children of the For
The glass dome of the Perlan nature museum covers a restaurant that rotates to give guests a panoramic view of Reykjavik and beyThe glass dome of the Perlan nature museum covers a restaurant that rotates to give guests a panoramic view of Reykjavik and bey
What you see from the observation deck of the Perlan nature museum is not a guessing game although clouds obscure mountains in tWhat you see from the observation deck of the Perlan nature museum is not a guessing game although clouds obscure mountains in t
Tower cranes and church steeples dominate the Reykjavik panorama as seen from the Perlan nature museum's observation deckTower cranes and church steeples dominate the Reykjavik panorama as seen from the Perlan nature museum's observation deck
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Drangurinn Rock is the backdrop for turf elf houses used in the movie Hrafninn flýgur (When the Raven Flies) on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in Iceland. They also may have been used for storage by local farmers. The tuff rock formation is said to have been torn from Hrútafell cliff and tossed here by showoff Grettir Ásmundsson. (© 2023 Cindi Christie/Cyanpixel)
Drangurinn Rock is the backdrop for turf elf houses used in the movie Hrafninn flýgur (When the Raven Flies). It is said that a - Iceland 2023 - Cyanpixel Photography
Drangurinn Rock is the backdrop for turf elf houses used in the movie Hrafninn flýgur (When the Raven Flies) on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in Iceland. They also may have been used for storage by local farmers. The tuff rock formation is said to have been torn from Hrútafell cliff and tossed here by showoff Grettir Ásmundsson. (© 2023 Cindi Christie/Cyanpixel)