Kerid, a volcanic crater lake along the route to the popular 'Golden circle' is easily recognisable by its striking red volcanic rock and aquamarine water
Kerid, a volcanic crater lake along the route to the popular 'Golden circle' is easily recognisable by its striking red volcanic rock and aquamarine water
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Winter's Wonder Land In Iceland

Driving around Iceland's surreal landscape in winter is like having a front seat to the greatest show on earth
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In the frigid embrace of the North Atlantic, Iceland emerges as a captivating winter wonderland, casting a spellbinding allure with its ethereal landscapes and otherworldly beauty. As the mercury plunges, this island nation transforms into a realm of ice and fire, where steaming geysers punctuate the snow-laden expanses, and the dance of the Northern Lights paints the Arctic skies. Iceland's winter is a spectacle of contrasts—glacial landscapes juxtaposed against geothermal warmth, black-sand beaches dusted with snow, and the harmonious blend of folklore and contemporary culture.

Explore ice formations and serene reflections on lakesides
Explore ice formations and serene reflections on lakesides
Hallgrímskirkja is a Lutheran parish church in Reykjavík, Iceland's largest. At 74.5 metres tall, it is among the tallest structures in the country.
Hallgrímskirkja is a Lutheran parish church in Reykjavík, Iceland's largest. At 74.5 metres tall, it is among the tallest structures in the country.
Take to the road for breathtaking landscapes on your way
Take to the road for breathtaking landscapes on your way
Experience walking on the black sand beaches of Iceland
Experience walking on the black sand beaches of Iceland
Witness the Aurora Borealis, a unique phenomenon making for breathtaking moments
Witness the Aurora Borealis, a unique phenomenon making for breathtaking moments
Strokkur is a fountain-type geyser located in a geothermal area beside the Hvítá River in Iceland in the southwest part of the country, east of Reykjavík. It typically erupts every 6–10 minutes
Strokkur is a fountain-type geyser located in a geothermal area beside the Hvítá River in Iceland in the southwest part of the country, east of Reykjavík. It typically erupts every 6–10 minutes
Skjalfandi Bay, situated in North Iceland, is renowned as one of the country's premier spots for whale watching. A boat tour from Husavik, the sole town on the shoreline, offers the opportunity to explore Skjalfandi Bay and its captivating marine life.
Skjalfandi Bay, situated in North Iceland, is renowned as one of the country's premier spots for whale watching. A boat tour from Husavik, the sole town on the shoreline, offers the opportunity to explore Skjalfandi Bay and its captivating marine life.
The Icelandic horse, known locally as íslenski hesturinn, is a unique breed from Iceland. Despite their smaller size, they're classified as horses. Thriving in Iceland's environment, strict laws prevent imports and limit exported animals from returning. Known for their versatility, these horses display distinctive gaits like the tölt and flying pace alongside standard ones.
The Icelandic horse, known locally as íslenski hesturinn, is a unique breed from Iceland. Despite their smaller size, they're classified as horses. Thriving in Iceland's environment, strict laws prevent imports and limit exported animals from returning. Known for their versatility, these horses display distinctive gaits like the tölt and flying pace alongside standard ones.
Iceland has many places for snow hiking, including hiking areas and trails. Reykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River is a trail that leads to a natural hot spring. Hverfjall Volcano Trail is a hiking area that some say has spectacular views.
Iceland has many places for snow hiking, including hiking areas and trails. Reykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River is a trail that leads to a natural hot spring. Hverfjall Volcano Trail is a hiking area that some say has spectacular views.
Icelandic homes rare often made of corrugated iron. Iceland was a poor country and embraced this material usually reserved for roofs. These houses needs to be painted regularly to stop them from rusting.
Icelandic homes rare often made of corrugated iron. Iceland was a poor country and embraced this material usually reserved for roofs. These houses needs to be painted regularly to stop them from rusting.
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