Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, National park in Eastern Region, Iceland
The Jökulsárgljúfur canyon extends 25 kilometers along the Jökulsá á Fjöllum river, reaching depths of over 100 meters in certain sections.
The national park, established in 1973, merged with Vatnajökull National Park in 2008, creating a larger protected area for natural preservation.
The Ásbyrgi Canyon holds significance in Norse mythology as the imprint of Odin's eight-legged horse Sleipnir stepping onto the earth.
Visitors can access the park through Route 85 from Kelduhverfi or Route 1 in Mývatnsöræfi, with the Gljúfrastofa visitor center providing detailed information.
Hljóðaklettar features hexagonal basalt columns formed by ancient volcanic activity, creating natural chambers that produce particular sound effects.
Location: Eastern Region
Inception: 1973
GPS coordinates: 65.91889,-16.52056
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:03
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