On The Langjökull Glacier
These pictures were taken on the Langjökull glacier.
It’s one of those places, where you probably need to have a guide.
Note the cracks across the ice. The surface was what we would call a bit slushy and some of the ice was black, as it was covered in volcanic ash.
Although there were lots of parked snowmobiles, we didn’t actually see one being used.
The Geysers of Iceland
I took these pictures when we visited the geysers at Geyser.
Be patient with the Strokkur geyser and wait to see it erupt.
Where Europe And America Divide
I hadn’t expected this area at all. It’s a rift valley, where the American and the European plates are dividing.
The lake is called Þingvallavatn and there is a description of the area here.
In the middle of it all, is the place where the Icelandic parliament; the Althing, was founded in 930. For this reason and also because of the geological significance, the whole are of Þingvellir is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It’s also an area where some of Game of Thrones is shot.
Typical Icelandic Tourist Information
Unlike many countries, Iceland believes in information.
This display near Seljalandsfoss is typical.
Seljalandsfoss
Seljalandsfoss is a spectacular waterfall that was seen in the rain.
You can actually walk behind it.
There is also a good cafe in the car park.
Up A Valley To A Waterfall
I was surprised I managed to get up all the way up.
I did get wet feet though, as the repeated crossing of the streams was a bit difficult as the rain kept falling.
A Distant View Of The Westman Islands
As we drove along, we caught a glimpse of the Westman Islands.
A Distant View Of The Westman Islands
They have an interesting history.
This Could Be Hekla
Hekla is one of Iceland’s most active volcanoes and this picture could be of it.
This Could Be Hekla
Two guides thought it should erupt soon, but at least the Icelanders have a comprehensive text-based warning system.
Urriðafoss
We visited the falls at Urriðafoss on our way along the south of Iceland.
There are lots of waterfalls in Iceland.
There Are Icelandic Horses Everywhere
It surprised me how many horses were to be seen on Iceland.
There Are Icelandic Horses Everywhere
Icelandic horses are always horses, no matter what size they are. One reason could be that in Icelandic, there is no word for pony.
In one town we passed through, the guide said that horses outnumbered people by three to one.
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