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Geysirs & Geothermal Areas

The volcanism caused by divergence of the Middle Atlantic Ridge creates a hot spot under Iceland.  These unique circumstances on the ridge probably are the reason for the country’s existence, because the tectonic movement of the plates and the related volcanism would not have sufficed.

The magnificent and distinctive geothermal areas are one of the main characteristics of Icelandic nature and are almost unparalleled in the world. Their diversity is high, both in relation to geology and mineralogy as well as biology, but in many of these areas endemic species of thermophilic (heat-loving) microbes can be found, having adapted to very extreme habitats.

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Geysirs & Geothermal areas in Icelandic

Source: Icelandic Environment Association – Photo Credit: Must See in Iceland

Articles in Geysirs & Geothermal Areas

Hellulaug

Hellulaug is a geothermal pool, located just off the highway, close to the... more

Nesjavellir Geothermal Power Plant

Exploration and Planning started already in 1947 and was continued for two... more

Blue Lagoon – The History

The Blue Lagoon was created accidentally by the condense discharge from the... more

Strokkur Geyser

Strokkur geyser is the most active sprouting hot spring in the Haukadalur... more

Geysir

This most famous and former largest spouting hot spring of the world probably... more

Namaskard hverir

Namaskard hverir This spectacular high temperature area (410 m above sea... more

Deildartunguhver

About Deildartunguhver This is probably the most voluminous natural hot spring... more