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Category Archives: Golden Circle
Þingvellir National Park in Iceland’s Golden Circle
History and nature collide where the continents continue to drift in Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO site within the Golden Circle. The Hakið Visitor Center is a great place to start your exploration. Inside there are interactive panels to learn about geological … Continue reading
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Þórufoss: The Hidden Gem Waterfall in Iceland’s Golden Circle
A waterfall with such vigor, it bares the name of the god Thor. Þórufoss often spelt as Thorufoss and it is a hidden gem in the Golden Circle. While hundreds flock to Gullfoss, we had this waterfall all to ourselves. … Continue reading
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Greenhouse Dining in Iceland’s Golden Circle at Friðheimar
Despite the long dark winters, plump juicy tomatoes are grown year round in Iceland. Friðheimar is a farm and restaurant which produces 18% of the country’s tomatoes, among cucumbers, peppers, and more. It does so all year long by harnessing … Continue reading
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Off the Beaten Path in Iceland’s Golden Circle: Faxi Waterfall
Peaceful is not something often associated with the tremendously popular Golden Circle route, but you can find that feeling at the hidden gem Faxi Waterfall along with the beauty the region is beloved for. Also known as Vatnsleysufoss and Horses … Continue reading
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Visit Iceland’s Gullfoss Waterfall in the Golden Circle
The Golden Falls, more commonly known in its Icelandic translation as Gullfoss, is a waterfall located in the Golden Circle and one of the most visited sites in the entire country. Fun fact: Gullfoss is the focal point of the … Continue reading
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Geysir Hot Spring Area in Iceland’s Golden Circle
Geyser is such a common word worldwide, yet it is derived from one very specific place in Iceland. Europeans first mentioned Geysir, or gusher in Icelandic, in 1294 and the name became an umbrella for the rare geological phenomena in … Continue reading
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Hike to Iceland’s Bluest Waterfall: Bruarfoss
A lesser known attraction in the Golden Circle, for now, Bruarfoss Waterfall is one of the most incredible sights you’ll see in all of Iceland. Its bright blue coloration is the stuff of fairytales, not filtered trickery. The river stems … Continue reading
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