Goðafoss

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Goðafoss, located near Húsavík in northern Iceland, is one of the country's most spectacular waterfalls. The name "Goðafoss" translates to "Waterfall of the Gods," and it is steeped in historical significance. According to legend, when Iceland converted to Christianity around the year 1000, the local chieftain Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði threw his statues of the Norse gods into the waterfall, symbolizing the nation's shift in religious belief. The waterfall is approximately 12 meters (39 feet) high and 30 meters (98 feet) wide, and its powerful, cascading waters create a stunning visual display.

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