5. GODAFOSS
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 4:
... One of the most spectacular waterfalls in all of Iceland, "the waterfall of the Gods" is the site where Iceland became a Christian country. In the year 999, Icelandic lawman Thorgeir Ljosvetningagodi threw his Odin statues into the waterfall, marking the transition...
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4. GULFOSS
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 2:
... You can hike 10 minutes down to the face, or 10 minutes to the top. It's a bit touristy, due to its proximity to Reykjavik, but it's still one of the top waterfalls you'll see in Iceland...
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3. DETTIFOSS
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 4:
... Welcome to the north, home of the most powerful waterfall in all of Europe. It's so powerful, even if you stand on the cliffs that flank the drop-off point, you'll still get sprayed from impact 144 feet below...
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2. glymur
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 1:
... At four hours roundtrip, some might consider this hike to be strenuous... There are two paths to go up to the falls. It is recommended to take one up and the other down, just to diversify the scenery. When you do get to the top, you'll come face to face with Iceland's second tallest waterfall...
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1. HAIFOSS
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 2:
... This stunning waterfall, literally "tall waterfall," is the third tallest in the country, and you won't have to compete with anyone for photo ops. It's 90 minutes from the touristy Golden Circle... you'll have it mostly to yourself. From the viewing area you'll see Haifoss, it's sister falls and the most stunning landscape you'll ever see...
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6. Dynjandi
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 6:
... The best part about this one is it's just the beginning of a series of waterfalls, flowing downhill toward the sea. Work your way up the hill and marvel at every moment along the way, then turn around and take a good look at the vista below...
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7. seljalandsfoss/Gljufrabui
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 3:
... One of the first and most popular is Seljalandsfoss, which attracts hundreds of tourists daily, all looking to take a "behind the falls" selfie. Unknown to most people, however, there are two more waterfalls in the area, one of which is hidden inside the crevice...
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8. skogafoss
An excerpt from Iceland - Part 3:
... Another touristy fall, it's but worth checking out because you can actually climb to the top; there's a staircase to the right. When you're at the top, you'll notice a hiking pass that stretches into the hills. Feel free to walk the trail for a half hour to an hour - it's a really beautiful view of the hills with plenty of wild sheep sightings on the way...
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