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Foss the waterfall at Síða farm by the Ring Road
Foss á Síðu (Waterfall at Síða) is a farm right on the Ring Road in Iceland in the Southern Region, east of Kirkjubæjarklaustur village.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 6, 20252 min read
Rif and Hellissandur villages in Snæfellsbær municipality
Rif and Hellissandur are two tiny villages, situated merely three kilometers apart, on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, with a population of 600
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 5, 20254 min read
Hveradalir valley is a geothermal wonderland
Hveradalir (the valley of hot springs), in the middle of the Icelandic Highland, is one of Iceland's most extensive and fascinating areas.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 5, 20255 min read
Múlagljúfur Canyon: how to find and hike
Múlagljúfur Canyon is a stunning destination in Iceland that remains relatively undiscovered compared to many of the country's other places.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 5, 20254 min read
Eyrarbakki small and charming village on the south shore
Even after the Danish–Icelandic Trade Monopoly was abolished, trading continued at Eyrarbakki up until the early 20th century.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 5, 20255 min read
Kálfshamarsvík basalt column cove
The main attractions at Kálfshamarsvík cove are the unusual and stunning formation of basalt columns, the lighthouse, and pebble beach.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 5, 20253 min read
Skaftafell National Park, camping and hiking paradise
Skaftafell is a stunning place for camping and hiking, created throughout history by ferocious natural forces.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
May 5, 20254 min read
Svörtuloft lighthouse and cliffs
Svörtuloft is a lighthouse and a four-kilometer-long cliff that is worth visiting during summer.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 26, 20253 min read
A Celebration of Light: Iceland’s First Day of Summer in Vesturbær
The First Day of Summer: An Icelandic Tradition Rooted in Resilience
In a country shaped by long winters and powerful natural forces, the First Day of Summer, Sumardagurinn fyrstim holds a deep emotional resonance.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 26, 20252 min read
Hengifoss waterfall East Region
Hengifoss is 118 meters high, it is the island’s third-highest waterfall in Iceland and certainly one of the most picturesque.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 24, 20255 min read
How to drive the Golden Circle from Reykjavík in Iceland
The Golden Circle is a term or description of one of Iceland's most popular tourist routes. The drive is based on three natural wonders not
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 24, 20257 min read
Hjálparfoss, the beautiful spring-fed river waterfall
Hjállparfoss (Help waterfall) is a beautiful waterfall in the spectacular valley Þjórsárdalur in the South Region of Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 23, 20254 min read
Stokkseyri charming small village on the South Shore
Sometimes, good fishing grounds were enough for a small village to develop from a farm to a village, as was the case with Stokkseyri.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 20, 20254 min read
Selfoss the largest town on the south shore
For anyone traveling in Iceland on the Ring Road, it is almost inevitable that they will visit Selfoss as it is a drive-through place on the
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 20, 20258 min read
Hvolsvöllur town in the South Region
The town of Hvolsvöllur has a bit of a unique history compared to all other towns and villages in Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 20, 20255 min read
Hveragerði the geothermal town in south Iceland
The town of Hveragerði is different and like no other town in Iceland. Hot springs and hot water coming from the ground.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 20, 20255 min read
Höfn í Hornafirði: A Scenic Fishing Town on Iceland's Southeast Coast
Höfn is a relatively new town in a historical sense. The town's origin can not be traced back to farms or settlements.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 20, 20256 min read
Hallgrímskirkja church: The Iconic Landmark of Reykjavík
Hallgrímskirkja or The Church of Hallgrímur took its name from one of the most prominent individuals in the 17th century. Hallgrímur Péturss
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 20, 20255 min read
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon: What to know & how to go there
Jökulsárlón is a large glacial lake or a lagoon in Iceland. One of Iceland's most popular tourist attractions, often loaded with icebergs.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Apr 11, 202510 min read
The weather in Iceland, culture, social role, and psychology
If you are traveling in Iceland or plan to take a trip, it's nice to know that the higher you go and deeper into the mountains the colder...
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Feb 24, 20256 min read
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