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Lyngdalsheiði
Lyngdalsheiði is a highland heath in South Iceland offering expansive, open moorland views on the route between the South Coast and the highlands. The heathland is covered in heather and dwarf shrubs, and the vast sky and rolling hills provide a quiet, meditative landscape contrast to the dramatic waterfalls and volcanic terrain of nearby areas.
About Lyngdalsheiði
Lyngdalsheiði is a highland heath in South Iceland offering expansive, open moorland views on the route between the South Coast and the highlands. The heathland is covered in heather and dwarf shrubs, and the vast sky and rolling hills provide a quiet, meditative landscape contrast to the dramatic waterfalls and volcanic terrain of nearby areas.
History & Background
Lyngdalsheiði has been a significant site in Iceland's landscape. Throughout the years, this location has played an important role in Icelandic culture and natural history.
Key Facts
- ✔Iceland's unique geology creates landscapes found nowhere else on Earth
- ✔The country sits on one of the most volcanically active spots on the planet
- ✔Iceland's natural wonders attract over 2 million visitors annually
- ✔Many of Iceland's natural features are protected under national park or nature reserve status
