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About Kjalhraun Shield Volcano
Broad shield volcano and lava landscape near Hveravellir and the Kjölur route.
See an excellent example of a shield-volcano landscape while travelling through the central Highlands.
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Kjalhraun is part of the volcanic landscape around Hveravellir. The Environment Agency identifies Kjalhraun as a shield volcano whose lava forms a large part of the surrounding highland terrain. The mapped point provides context for understanding the low-profile volcanic forms visible along this section of Kjölur.
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Best visited during golden hour (midnight sun in summer)
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