Nestled amidst the tempestuous waves of the North Atlantic Ocean, the Thridrangar Lighthouse stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience. This solitary sentinel, perched atop a towering basalt stack six miles off the southern coast of Iceland, is one of the most isolated places in the world. Its unique location and challenging history make it a captivating … [Read more...] about Unveiling the Secrets of the World’s Most Isolated Lighthouse: Thridrangar
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The Power and Beauty of Nature: Witnessing the Lava River in Iceland
The Eye of Sauron? No, it's not a scene from Middle-earth, but rather a real-life wonder in Iceland. What you're seeing is a top-down view of a lava river as it rushes down a hill. The speed at which it is flowing is real, and the liquid rock is heated to a scorching temperature of around 1250°C. Iceland is known for its spectacular volcanic activity, and this view of a lava … [Read more...] about The Power and Beauty of Nature: Witnessing the Lava River in Iceland
Over Iceland, The Northern Lights Take on The Appearance of The Famous Bird
These stunning images of the aurora borealis captured the moment the lights formed the silhouette of a phoenix - the mythological huge fire-eating bird. The image, obtained by photographer Hallgrimur P Helgason, impressed Kaldarsel residents with its spread wings and distinctive bird-shaped features. Mr Helgason, 64, said the bird appeared in the night sky an hour after … [Read more...] about Over Iceland, The Northern Lights Take on The Appearance of The Famous Bird
Iceland Visitors May Unplug And Enjoy The Sights By Having Icelandic Horses Help Them Respond To Work Emails
Iceland's very creative tourist campaign, OutHorse Your Email, asks its beautifully distinctive horses to reply to business emails so that travelers can unwind, disengage, and take in all the breathtaking beauties the nation has to offer. Disconnect from work and let the horses of Iceland reply to your emails while you are on vacation. Even one of three horses can be … [Read more...] about Iceland Visitors May Unplug And Enjoy The Sights By Having Icelandic Horses Help Them Respond To Work Emails