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The Discovery of Stuðlagil Canyon: A Landmark in Modern day Exploration and Responsible Journalism
Stuðlagil the stunning natural wonder remained largely unknown until 2016 when Einar Páll Svavarsson brought it to light.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Sep 7, 20257 min read
Stuðlagil or Studlagil basalt column canyon and how to get there
It was truly one of the most stunning undiscovered gems in Iceland until I discovered it on one of my travels in Iceland and gave it name.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Sep 7, 20259 min read
10 most interesting waterfalls in Iceland
If you are a waterfall fanatic or if you just love to visit magnificent waterfalls you should take a trip to Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 11, 20256 min read
Stórurð and Dyrfjöll mountains
Stórurð and Dyrfjöll, the surrounding mountains, have a certain otherworldly atmosphere, besides being highly photogenic destinations.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 11, 20254 min read
Landmannalaugar colorful rhyolite mountains, geothermal pool, service center and facilities
Landmannalaugar rhyolite mountains are one of the most remarkable and fascinating places in Iceland and the Icelandic Highland of Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 9, 20256 min read
Reykholt and Snorri Sturluson
Snorri was highly intelligent and received the best education available in his time. As a poet, a writer, a scholar and historian, chieftan
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 8, 20253 min read
Stykkishólmur old fishing town Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Stykkishólmur is a town on the north coastline of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Western Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 6, 20255 min read
Djúpavatn: A Window into the Volcanic Heart of Reykjanes
Lake Djúpavatn, less than an hour's drive from Reykjavík
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 6, 20253 min read
Hrafntinnusker is a mountain in the Icelandic Highland
Hrafntinnusker is a mountain in the Icelandic Highland, eleven kilometers and a few hours hike from Landmannalaugar.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 4, 20252 min read
Most popular one day hiking trails in Landmannalaugar
Visit Landmannalaugar. One major reason is the fact that there are many exciting hiking trails that are easily accessible to most people.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 4, 20257 min read
Dritvík cove
Dritvík was one of the largest fishing stations in Iceland for centuries with up to 60 fishing boats, dozens of huts, and full of life.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 4, 20253 min read
4X4 Highland road trip in Iceland is a thrilling adventure
A drive in the Highland needs a good 4X4 car that can take you safely to your destination. A wrong car in the often costs...
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 3, 20253 min read
The Sculpture & Shore Walk in Reykjavík
The Sculpture and Shore Walk is a popular walking path in Reykjavík. If you need to find something to do while in the city this walk is...
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 3, 20253 min read
Djúpalónssandur
Djúpalónssandur beach is also quite unique with its many pebbles of various sizes. It is a great place to take children
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 3, 20253 min read
Djúpivogur small village in the East Fjords
As early as the late 16th century, Djúpivogur became a critical trading place for a large area in Eastern Region and the southeast Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 3, 20253 min read
Sólheimajökull glacier tongue that is part of the glacier Mýrdalsjökull
Sólheimajökull is a glacier tongue that is part of the glacier Mýrdalsjökull.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 3, 20252 min read
Hveravellir geothermal pool
Hveravellir is a large geothermal area in the Icelandic Highland, located northeast of the glacier Langjökull and between the two glaciers L
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20252 min read
Höfði House
In recent years, Höfði House in the district of Laugardalur has become one of the major landmarks in Reykjavík the capital of Iceland.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20253 min read
Lóndrangar sea stacks pillars at Snæfellsnes Peninsula
The two large pillars towering over their surroundings at the shore near Hellnar in Snæfellsnes are Lóndrangar.
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20253 min read
Reykjanesbær (Keflavik) town by the international airport in Iceland
Reykjanesbær or Keflavík town is the main home town of the International Airport in Iceland and is also part of the Reykjanes Peninsula
Einar Páll Svavarsson
Jun 2, 20253 min read
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