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The Discovery of Stuðlagil Canyon: A Landmark in Modern day Exploration and Responsible Journalism
Stuðlagil the stunning natural wonder remained largely unknown until 2016 when Einar Páll Svavarsson brought it to light.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Sep 7, 20257 min read
Stuðlagil or Studlagil basalt column canyon and how to get there
It was truly one of the most stunning undiscovered gems in Iceland until I discovered it on one of my travels in Iceland and gave it name.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Sep 7, 20259 min read
Stórurð and Dyrfjöll mountains
Stórurð and Dyrfjöll, the surrounding mountains, have a certain otherworldly atmosphere, besides being highly photogenic destinations.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 11, 20254 min read
Stykkishólmur old fishing town Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Stykkishólmur is a town on the north coastline of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Western Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 6, 20255 min read
Hrafntinnusker is a mountain in the Icelandic Highland
Hrafntinnusker is a mountain in the Icelandic Highland, eleven kilometers and a few hours hike from Landmannalaugar.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 4, 20252 min read
Dritvík cove
Dritvík was one of the largest fishing stations in Iceland for centuries with up to 60 fishing boats, dozens of huts, and full of life.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 4, 20253 min read
Djúpalónssandur
Djúpalónssandur beach is also quite unique with its many pebbles of various sizes. It is a great place to take children
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 3, 20253 min read
Djúpivogur small village in the East Fjords
As early as the late 16th century, Djúpivogur became a critical trading place for a large area in Eastern Region and the southeast Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 3, 20253 min read
Hveravellir geothermal pool
Hveravellir is a large geothermal area in the Icelandic Highland, located northeast of the glacier Langjökull and between the two glaciers L
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20252 min read
Lóndrangar sea stacks pillars at Snæfellsnes Peninsula
The two large pillars towering over their surroundings at the shore near Hellnar in Snæfellsnes are Lóndrangar.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20253 min read
Reykjanesbær (Keflavik) town by the international airport in Iceland
Reykjanesbær or Keflavík town is the main home town of the International Airport in Iceland and is also part of the Reykjanes Peninsula
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20253 min read
Reykjavík city the capital of Iceland
Reykjavík is a city of live music, art, restaurants, design, shopping, festivals, nightlife, museums, conferences, and many other activities
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20253 min read
Bíldudalur village in Arnarfjörður fjord in the West Fjords
Bíldudalur village sits on the southern coastline of the majestic fjord Arnarfjörður in the West Fjords.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20253 min read
Vogar village at Reykjanes Peninsula
Today the municipal of Vogar offers good standard service to its residents of eleven hundred people.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20252 min read
Dynkur waterfall in the Highland in Iceland
Dynkur is a beautiful, unique waterfall in the southwest of the Icelandic Highland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 31, 20254 min read
Dettifoss waterfall: Iceland's Majestic Titan of Water
Dettifoss, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe, is located in the northeast region of Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 29, 202510 min read
Ljótipollur, the pretty little Ugly Pond
Ljótipollur is a beautiful maar. In fact, a maar is a geological term in English, which oddly translates to “explosion crater” in Icelandic.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 28, 20252 min read
Garðabær town
Garðabær is one of the most affluent towns in Iceland and has quite often had the highest income per Family compared to other municipalities
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 27, 20253 min read
West Fjords road trip in Iceland is the perfect scenic drive
West Fjord drive offers the most spectacular scenic drive in the country with its many fjords, beautiful valleys, and impressive cliffs.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 27, 202510 min read
Gullfoss waterfall self drive guide and information
Gullfoss (The Golden Waterfall) is one of Iceland's best-known landmarks and national wonders. Part of the Golden Circle drive and tour.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 27, 20257 min read
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