Svartifoss

waterfall in Kirkjubæjarklaustur
#1 in Kirkjubæjarklaustur / #19 in Iceland
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by Andreas Tille
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Svartifoss, located in Skaftafell within Vatnajökull National Park near Kirkjubæjarklaustur in Iceland, is a stunning waterfall renowned for its unique geological formations. The waterfall cascades over a cliff of dark hexagonal basalt columns, which have inspired various architectural designs in Iceland, including the Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavik. The stark contrast between the dark columns and the white water creates a visually striking scene that draws photographers and nature enthusiasts.


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