west iceland
Prestahnúkur
About Prestahnúkur
Prestahnúkur is a volcano in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland sits on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and has over 130 volcanic mountains, making it one of the most volcanically active places on Earth.
📖 Story
Prestahnúkur is a remarkable feature of South Iceland, Iceland — a place where ancient geology, Norse heritage and dramatic natural forces meet. Iceland is one of the world's youngest countries geologically, yet one of the oldest in terms of human storytelling. Every location here has a story worth knowing.
Key Facts
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Elevation: 1226m
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