When visiting Thingvellir National Park, there are several must-see attractions and experiences that you shouldn't miss:
1. Almannagjá Gorge is a dramatic fissure formed by the shifting tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia.
2. Take a walk to Öxarárfoss, a beautiful waterfall that flows over a lava cliff.
3. Discover the enchanting Silfra Fissure, where you can snorkel or dive in crystal-clear waters.
4. Immerse yourself in the park's historical significance by visiting the assembly grounds of the ancient Althing, the world's oldest parliament established in 930 AD.
5. Explore Lögberg, the Law Rock, where the Lawspeaker would recite laws to the gathered assembly.
6. Visit the Thingvellir Church, a historic site that has stood since 1017 according to sagas.
7. The Drowning Pool earned its name from the historical practice of drowning women accused of crimes or witchcraft during the Viking Age and the Middle Ages.
8. Take advantage of the park's stunning landscapes by going for a leisurely walk along the trails.
Places where we stay during our journey (affiliate links):
Reykjavík - Kastali Guesthouse: [ Ссылка ]
Selfoss Dreifbýli - Guesthouse Bitra B&B: [ Ссылка ]
Seljaland - Paradise Cave Hostel & Guesthouse: [ Ссылка ]
Hvolsvöllur - Guesthouse Kverna: [ Ссылка ]
Vík - Vík Cottages: [ Ссылка ]
Selfoss - Hotel Selfoss : [ Ссылка ]
Egilsstadir - Setberg: [ Ссылка ]
Höfn - Höfn Cottages: [ Ссылка ]
Additional Information about:
Reykjavyk: [ Ссылка ]
