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South Iceland

Known for its black sand beaches, thundering waterfalls, glaciers, and as the home of the original Geysir, South Iceland is also the country’s pantry, with greenhouses, farms, grazing sheep, and volcanic energy everywhere. No wonder it’s Iceland’s most popular region to visit – dramatic, fertile, and full of life. If you’re looking for solitude, try the other corners of the country.

by The HandPicked Team

10%

Of Iceland’s surface is coverd with glacial ice covers.

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Active volcanoes in Iceland today.

Fun fact
Go green

The majority of Iceland’s greenhouses are located in the south. Heated with geothermal energy and using green electricity for lighting. Taste local vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, paprika, and strawberries. They’re rich in flavor, fresh, clean, and as sustainable as it gets!

 

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