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    North Iceland

    Northern Iceland is a cold, windy and harsh area. It is formally divided into two administrative regions – northeastern (Norðurland eystra) and northwestern (Norðurland vestra). From a tourist perspective, however, this division has little meaning.

    The biggest attractions lie in the eastern part of the region. They certainly include the area around Lake Myvatn, the Askja crater, Asbyrgi canyon, Dettifoss waterfall and the island’s whaling capital Husavik. Western part is known for the photogenic Hvitserkur rock.

    However, North Iceland is also the best place to hunt the aurora borealis and see a pod of seals or puffins.
    See what else you can see in the northern part of the island….

    Things to See in Northern Iceland

    Iceland
    w Iceland - 16 January 2024

    Hvitserkur – a Troll Turned Into Stone
    Hvitserkur is a basalt rock formation rising from the sea with a distinctive shape. Hvitserkur - Dragon's Rock Hvitserkur is often referred to as the Rock of the…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Námafjall Hverir – a Geothermal Science Fiction Landscape
    Namafjall Hverir is a colorful and bubbling geothermal area in the Myvatn region. Landscapes from another world When you enter the Hverir area, you will be transported to…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Hverfjall – a Volcano Like no Other
    Hverfjall, also known as Hverfell, is a beautiful but very unusual volcano on the eastern shore of Lake Mývatn. In this article: A unique volcano - even for…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Husavik – the Whale Watching Capital of Iceland
    Húsavík is a town that was founded and developed thanks to whaling. Today it makes its living by protecting and showcasing these beautiful animals. In this article: Husavik…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Hofdi and Gud Fingur – the Picturesque Shore of Lake Myvatn
    Hofdi is a surprising oasis of greenery on the rocky and lava-like Myvatn, right next to the rock columns of Gud Fingur. Together they form the beautiful eastern…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Hljodaklettar – the Howling Rocks
    Hljodaklettar is a picturesque cluster of diverse rock formations near Dettifoss and Asbyrgi. Calling Rocks The landscape created by the columnar formations of Hljodaklettar is truly remarkable. Vertical,…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Grjotagja – Lava Cave of Jon and Ygritte
    Grjotagja (Grjótagjá) is a small lava cave with a hot spring that became famous as the backdrop for the hot love scene between Jon Snow and Ygritte in…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Glaumbaer – a Taste of Life in 18th Century Iceland
    Glaumbaer is a restored farmhouse and wood buildings depicting 18th and 19th century life in Iceland. The structures serve as a museum and are located in Skagafjordur in…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Dimmuborgir – the ‘Black Fortress’ Lava Field
    Dimmuborgir, also known as the Black Fortress, is a large area of interestingly shaped lava fields located east of Mývatn. The lava formations found in Dimmuborgir are reportedly…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Dettifoss – Iceland’s Mightiest Waterfall
    Dettifoss is Iceland's most powerful and the second most powerful in Europe. It lies in Vatnajökull National Park, in the northern part of the island. In this article:…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Borgarvirki – a Basalt Fortress on the Vatnsnes Peninsula
    Borgarvirki is a natural basalt citadel located on the Vatnsnes peninsula in northern Iceland. It stands 177 meters above sea level and reaches a height of 10-15 meters.…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Asbyrgi – a Scenic Horseshoe-Shaped Canyon
    Ásbyrgi is an impressive horseshoe-shaped canyon located about 30 km north of Iceland's most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss. There are several reasons to see this canyon. The unusual origins…
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