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travelers stories about Cliff in Vatnsnesvegur, Iceland

Cliff in Vatnsnesvegur, Iceland

  27 km from Hvammstangi


In the summer of 2014 I took a long exposure picture of this 15 m tall basalt stack, located along the eastern shore of the Vatnsnes peninsula, near Vatnsnesvegur (northern Iceland). Its name ‘Hvítserkur’ means ‘white nightdress’ because of the seabirds guano covering it. Most guides refer to its shape as a dinosaur or dragon drinking from a spring. According to the local mythology, Hvítserkur is a troll that was going to destroy a nearby monastery since he was tired of being woken up every morning by the church bells, but he underestimated the distance and was petrified when the sun came up.


  Experienced by Rocco Casadei


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travelers stories about Cave in Unnamed Road, Iceland

Cave in Unnamed Road, Iceland

  85 km from Hvammstangi


I had the experience of going inside of a glacier - a rare opportunity. It won’t be available in 10 years time because of the glacier melting and hence becoming unstable. You may not believe that Global Warming is caused by man but it’s certainly exists and is a threat to mankind.


  Experienced by Joey Clover


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travelers stories about Church in Stykkishólmskirkja Church In Iceland, Iceland

Church in Stykkishólmskirkja Church In Iceland, Iceland

  90 km from Hvammstangi


One night, under a heavy wind as only north of Iceland can provide, we where stuck in this lovely town of Stykkishólmur. Maybe not what you think first when checking what to visit in Iceland but this town and it’s region is worth the road! This church has been designed by Jón Haraldsson, concecration happened in 1980. The sweeping bell tower was thinked to looks like a whale vertebra. Some people will told you that it was drawn to be viking drakkar. The interior include a Madonna painting with child floating in the night sky, you will also notice the hundreds of suspended lights.


  Experienced by Mickael Tournier


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travelers stories about Glacial landform in Langjokull, Iceland

Glacial landform in Langjokull, Iceland

  91 km from Hvammstangi


Taken at Iceland’s second largest glacier Langjökull. I was based at the foot of the mass of ice taking abstract shots of the patterns running through the frozen mass when a group of friendly hikers passed me. I waited in position watched their cautious ascent up the intimidating glacier. When the hikers reached a prime position I took my shot, emphasising the fact that when man and nature co-operate they create a powerful work of art.


  Experienced by Claire Nolan


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travelers stories about Plain in Kjalvegur, Iceland

Plain in Kjalvegur, Iceland

  104 km from Hvammstangi


This is scary, I mean, the landscape is awesome but being there is really scary, especially if you are alone, like I was. This is where my trip around Iceland began, I had the car full of food, beverages and most important, gas. However, looking at this road, and realizing that you are almost alone (just one car far far away) in the middle of nothing, that, really makes you think about a lot of stuff..


  Experienced by Daniele Buso


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travelers stories about Ecoregion in Gullfoss, Iceland

Ecoregion in Gullfoss, Iceland

  125 km from Hvammstangi


Iceland was both a fairytale and nightmare for me. On the way to Gullfoss, I got into an accident and thankfully no one was hurt. We were haunted by the experience, but once we made our way there the next day, that haunting feeling vanished, and that is what makes Iceland so magical.


  Experienced by Raphael Koh


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travelers stories about Badlands in Almannagjá, Iceland

Badlands in Almannagjá, Iceland

  126 km from Hvammstangi


Geologically Almannagjá is a part of the North Atlantic rift system that stretches to the south pole in the Atlantic ocean. The length of the Almannagjá gorge is eight kilometers and one of the interesting places where you can see tectonic plates drift apart. But you would, unfortunately, have to stay there for a few hundred years to see the movement. The cliffs that tower over the walking path tell a long, complex and fascinating geological story.


  Experienced by Gunnar Sigurðarson


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travelers stories about Tundra in Þingvellir national park, Iceland

Tundra in Þingvellir national park, Iceland

  127 km from Hvammstangi


March 2017, on the eve of my 28th Birthday, I decided to try and catch the Norther Lights for the first time. We sat in the national park Þingvellir, just outside Reykjavik for a few hours, freezing, unsure what we were looking for. Then right in the distance I saw a very feint white light appear in the sky where the clouds were just a short hour ago. I pointed it out just as people started to stand up and get excited. The lights started here and danced above our heads and over to the other side of the hill we were standing on. I cried.


  Experienced by Kym Ellis


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travelers stories about Waterfall in þórufoss, Iceland

Waterfall in þórufoss, Iceland

  128 km from Hvammstangi


I was going through some old photos and I found this shot from the first time we landed in Iceland. We drove for about 40 min and just randomly chose a turn-off. The area looked beautiful but pretty flat and we just happened to stumble upon this beauty. I knew right then that I had fallen in love with this place, I was hooked.


  Experienced by Tim Trad


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travelers stories about Waterfall in Bruarfoss Waterfall, Iceland

Waterfall in Bruarfoss Waterfall, Iceland

  128 km from Hvammstangi


A shot at Brúarfoss in Iceland. The waterfall is slightly tricky to find (crossing a bridge where it says, one may not cross, and then a short hike). This particular shot was taken using a super-tele lens to get close to the falls. Not the most powerful waterfall on Iceland, but sure one of the most beautiful ones, as there is mostly glacier water coming down, which gives it its fantastic colors.


  Experienced by Sebastian Boring


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travelers stories about Ecoregion in Reykjavík, Iceland

Ecoregion in Reykjavík, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


On a mission to start crossing some must sees off of my bucket list, I booked a quick trip to Iceland to chase the northern lights. Turns out, I barely had to leave Reykjavik and I caught my first glimpse on my first night about 10 minutes outside of town.


  Experienced by Falguni Vyas


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travelers stories about Tundra in Reykjavík, Iceland

Tundra in Reykjavík, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


Beautiful winter view of Reykjavik, Iceland and the Northern Lights and auroras with snowcapped mountains. This photo is free for public use. Please credit this photo in caption with link to GlobalCareerBook.com.


  Experienced by Mike Swigunski


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travelers stories about Ocean in Reykjavík, Iceland

Ocean in Reykjavík, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


On August, I spent about two weeks in Iceland and Greenland. This glacier was the first astonishment as we arrived in Iceland. The first time in my life sitting so close to the glacier and touch the cold water. Not just cold but extremely freezing. Still, an unbelievably beautiful scenery with no doubt.


  Experienced by Chris Yang


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travelers stories about Ocean in Reykjavík, Iceland

Ocean in Reykjavík, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


It was my last day in Iceland. My girlfriend and I were walking around and try to discover something new. We found this car alone on this big parking and the sunrise happened at the same time. It was one of those moments you don’t live every day.


  Experienced by Mark Claus


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travelers stories about Town in Hallgrimskirkja, Iceland

Town in Hallgrimskirkja, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


It was our penultimate day in Iceland and the weather was really stormy and snowy in Reykjavík. It was cold and the wind was extemly uncomfortable but i really wanted to go to the Hallgrímskirkja to have a view about the northernmost capital of the world. The church has little stone windows so the wind was still blowing and gets stronger (and on a 75m tower you definitely feel the power of the wind much stronger anyway!)So it was impossible to photography and i though after minutes of trying i must go. But at once it was complete calm. I was alone and had this beautiful and colourful view.


  Experienced by Tabea Damm


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travelers stories about Off-roading in Reykjavík, Iceland

Off-roading in Reykjavík, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


My camera was out of battery as I have taken so many photos as I drive along the road in Iceland. I ended up using iPhone and it turns out to be my favorite photo. More Iceland story at: https://www.roadtripwithraj.com/on-the-road/2018/2/2/i-am-learning-to-trust-the-road-ahead-wherever-it-may-lead


  Experienced by Road Trip with Raj


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travelers stories about Glacial landform in Reykjavík, Iceland

Glacial landform in Reykjavík, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


We were doing a road trip around the famous Ring Road in Iceland. We were snowed in at a farm that we were staying over at for the night. As we had to wait for the roads to be cleared we had some time to kill and went for a short walk outside. This was literally the view from the backyard of the farm. This for me was the epitome of Iceland; awe-inspiring, breathtaking and just out of this world. There’s beauty around every corner.


  Experienced by Cat Drowley


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travelers stories about Landmark in Reykjavík, Iceland

Landmark in Reykjavík, Iceland

  147 km from Hvammstangi


Harpa Concert Hall at Sunset - Modern, glass honeycomb concert hall & conference center, home to the Icelandic national opera & symphony. On this day, you can see melting icebergs outside of the entrance, welcoming guests of the Arctic Circle climate action conference.


  Experienced by Kristin Wilson


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travelers stories about Waterfall in Háifoss, Iceland

Waterfall in Háifoss, Iceland

  148 km from Hvammstangi


This hidden majesty was captured deep inland on the southern part of Iceland. You have to take a 4x4 road for about 10 miles. Once you reach jagged parking lot, you can hear the raging water flowing down, crashing against the rocks below. Haifoss is the second tallest waterfall in Iceland. Do not miss out on it’s beauty.


  Experienced by Jack Millard


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travelers stories about Mountain in Kerið, Iceland

Mountain in Kerið, Iceland

  151 km from Hvammstangi


I was travelling through Iceland in the fall of 2016, we stopped at a volcanic crater called, Kerið, just before sunset. Iceland is a magical place in November. There is just enough daylight to stay sane (sunrise is around 9.30am and sunset around 4pm) but at the same time sun is always very low in the sky making every minute feel like golden hour. The last 30mins before sunset, which is when this photo was taken, was one of the most beautiful skies I have ever seen.


  Experienced by Victoria Farrand


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