Stunning Vistas: Iceland's Breathtaking Uplands Captured on Camera
Venture into the heart of unspoiled wonderland—the Icelandic highlands! This sprawling expanse, encompassing roughly 400 to 500 square kilometres, offers a surreal mix of rugged landscapes that vary from black deserts to towering mountains, deep canyons, and glaciers shaped during the second ice age.
Traveling through these highlands becomes possible once the snow melts, usually around June or early July, with the roads remaining accessible until September. Known for its breathtaking vistas, the highlands are the perfect playground for adventure seekers and photography enthusiasts alike.
While feasting your eyes on this awe-inspiring landscape, capture the beauty of its unique attractions:
Landmannalaugar: Nestled in the southern highlands, this captivating region is famous for its vibrant mountain ranges and geothermal hot springs, inviting hikers to explore its colorful terrains along the popular Laugavegur Trail.
Vatnajökull National Park: Home to Europe's largest ice cap, this vast expanse in Iceland’s southeastern highlands offers an array of spectacular sights, such as glacial tongues, volcanic landscapes, and iceberg-filled lagoons.
Sigoldugljufur Canyon: Known as the "Valley of Tears," this atmospheric canyon in the central highlands boasts lush vegetation, waterfalls, and stunning views for photographers and nature lovers alike.
Gjáin Valley: Snuggled among the highlands, this picturesque valley features serene waterfalls, lava formations, and lush greenery, offering a hidden gem for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
Blahylur Lake: Situated near Sigoldugljufur Canyon, this tranquil waterbody invites rest-seeking travelers to unwind and take in the surrounding beauty.
Kverkfjöll: A hidden treasure of the north highlands, this volcanic range promises adventure with its unique landscapes and opportunities for hiking and glacier exploration.
From colorful mountains to serene lakes and glaciers, the Icelandic highlands provide an otherworldly escape for those ready to immerse themselves in nature's untouched beauty.
Photographs courtesy of renowned Morgunblaðið photographer, Ragnar Axelsson, Rax.
In the heart of Icelandic highlands, photography enthusiasts will find abundance: Landmannalaugar, a captivating region with vibrant mountain ranges and geothermal hot springs; Vatnajökull National Park, offering Europe's largest ice cap and glacial tongues; Sigoldugljufur Canyon, the "Valley of Tears" with lush vegetation, waterfalls, and stunning views; Gjáin Valley, nestled among highlands, offering serene waterfalls, lava formations, and lush greenery; Blahylur Lake, a tranquil waterbody near Sigoldugljufur Canyon for rest-seeking travelers; and Kverkfjöll, a hidden treasure of the north highlands with unique landscapes for hiking and glacier exploration. These breathtaking sights make headlines in news and lifestyle articles as travelers explore the unspoiled beauty of Iceland's highlands.
