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Iceland Volcano and highlands

I think everyone is fascinated with volcanoes. How can you not be? In the past, they were considered portals to the underworld, which in a sense they are! When you realize the extreme conditions needed to melt rock and make it shoot up tens of meters in the air, you cannot imagine anything similar in any known environment.Volcanoes are uniquely beautiful. The red and orange colors of the lava are a magnet to the eye, especially when combined with the usual black volcanic earth all around. Add clouds of ash and the formations of the eruption itself, and sometimes even other elements such as water—and you have a very beautiful combination. In addition, volcanic landscapes are changing landscapes, meaning they always look different after some time. They allow more and more original imagery to be made in the same location.
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Kerlingarfjoll is a 1.477 m (4.846 ft) tall mountain range in the Icelandic highlands near the Kjolur highland road. The mountain range is a part of a volcano system. You can see this clearly once you visit the area and encounter its many hot springs and rivulets. In addition, the area has a surreal feel to it, thanks to the bright red rhyolite mountains.
Kerlingarfjoll		Kerlingarfjoll is a 1.477 m (4.846 ft) tall mountain range in the Icelandic highlands near the Kjolur highland road. The mountain range is a part of a volcano system. You can see this clearly once you visit the area and encounter its many hot springs and rivulets. In addition, the area has a surreal feel to it, thanks to the bright red rhyolite mountains. Westman Islands, or in Icelandic Vestmannaeyjar, is an amazingly picturesque group of islands very close to and well accessible from the touristy south coast Westman Islands, or in Icelandic Vestmannaeyjar, is an amazingly picturesque group of islands very close to and well accessible from the touristy south coast 3 years passed already .(where the time goes ?) Authorities in Iceland have officially declared the country’s longest volcanic eruption in 50 years over. The spectacle drew hundreds of thousands of tourists despite Covid restrictions to witness its lava flows. This eruption, the sixth in Iceland in the past 20 years, became the longest recorded in half a century as it spewed lava for six months.Geldingadalsgos Volcano site ,self capture. No matter what I'll write, I won't be able to make you feel the same emotions I felt while standing there. It was my last day at the volcano and after five days the lava overflowed and broke the walls , arriving all the way till the bottom of the mountain where I was.3 years passed already .(where the time goes ?) Authorities in Iceland have officially declared the country’s longest volcanic eruption in 50 years over. The spectacle drew hundreds of thousands of tourists despite Covid restrictions to witness its lava flows. This eruption, the sixth in Iceland in the past 20 years, became the longest recorded in half a century as it spewed lava for six months.Geldingadalsgos Volcano site ,self capture. No matter what I'll write, I won't be able to make you feel the same emotions I felt while standing there. It was my last day at the volcano and after five days the lava overflowed and broke the "walls" , arriving all the way till the bottom of the mountain where I was. Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the southern Icelandic highlands, is one of the country's most popular hiking destinations and a favourite location for photographers and nature lovers alike. also is the base camp for two of Iceland's favorite treks: Laugavegur and Fimmvörduáls. Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the southern Icelandic highlands, is one of the country's most popular hiking destinations and a favourite location for photographers and nature lovers alike. also is the base camp for two of Iceland's favorite treks: Laugavegur and Fimmvörduáls. g13/00/132800/3/173691060.f468e9c9.JPEG Mt. Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
Mt. Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
Happy New Year to all friends !
Happy New Year to all friends !		 Kerlingarfjoll is a 1.477 m (4.846 ft) tall mountain range in the Icelandic highlands near the Kjolur highland road. The mountain range is a part of a volcano system. You can see this clearly once you visit the area and encounter its many hot springs and rivulets. In addition, the area has a surreal feel to it, thanks to the bright red rhyolite mountains. Kerlingarfjoll is a 1.477 m (4.846 ft) tall mountain range in the Icelandic highlands near the Kjolur highland road. The mountain range is a part of a volcano system. You can see this clearly once you visit the area and encounter its many hot springs and rivulets. In addition, the area has a surreal feel to it, thanks to the bright red rhyolite mountains. Happy 1st anniversary of the volcanic eruption
Happy 1st anniversary of the volcanic eruption		 Víkurkirkja ,the majestically positioned church of the southermost settlement in Iceland, Vík í Mýrdal.
Víkurkirkja ,the majestically positioned church of the southermost settlement in Iceland, Vík í Mýrdal.		 Old Boat on Shore .Grindavik, Reykjanes Peninsula
Old Boat on Shore .Grindavik, Reykjanes Peninsula		 Núpsstaður the abandoned farm
Núpsstaður the abandoned farm
Valahnjúkur cliffs on Reykjanes peninsula 146 sec
Valahnjúkur cliffs on Reykjanes peninsula 146 sec		 Sky Lagoon in Reykjavík an oceanside geothermal lagoon ,as the North Atlantic Ocean stretches out
Sky Lagoon in Reykjavík an oceanside geothermal lagoon ,as the North Atlantic Ocean stretches out		 Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the highlands
Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the highlands		 Happy Halloween from Spooktacular Iceland
Happy Halloween from Spooktacular Iceland		 The first of a few projects for me this year was a quick trip to Iceland to see the new volcano that was erupting there. A spectacular way to re-enter the world after 14 months of relatively limited travel. I'm normally a fan of tack sharp. But this was hot, and as a result much of this image is wavy and soft and distorted. The intense heat from the molten lava field creates a significant amount of distortion in the air. The first of a few projects for me this year was a quick trip to Iceland to see the new volcano that was erupting there. A spectacular way to "re-enter" the world after 14 months of relatively limited travel. I'm normally a fan of tack sharp. But this was hot, and as a result much of this image is wavy and soft and distorted. The intense heat from the molten lava field creates a significant amount of distortion in the air. After a very long day up at the eruption, I checked the aurora borealis forecast - which might be the most Icelandic thing ever - and saw that it was very likely that we would get some northern lights. I ended up staying three more hours to wait for darkness, and had almost given up, when the first green shimmers appeared... As it was very late I only spend a few minutes taking some photos ,before joining the last few leaving the area. But it was totally worth the wait.After a very long day up at the eruption, I checked the "aurora borealis forecast" - which might be the most Icelandic thing ever - and saw that it was very likely that we would get some northern lights. I ended up staying three more hours to wait for darkness, and had almost given up, when the first green shimmers appeared... As it was very late I only spend a few minutes taking some photos ,before joining the last few leaving the area. But it was totally worth the wait.
The eruption might be over - but the memories will last forever. Seeing an active volcano was the number one thing I always want
The eruption might be over - but the memories will last forever. Seeing an active volcano was the number one thing I always want		 View from the parking lot after the midnight
View from the parking lot after the midnight 		Close to lava , it feels like you are in front of a hot open oven.
Close to lava , it feels like you are in front of a hot open oven.		 On March 19, 2021, the volcano erupted after lying dormant for 800 years. 6 months later, the volcano on Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula is still spewing lava and expanding its flow field. The lava flow has since cut off access to this most popular hiking trail to the eruption site.Geldingadalsgos Volcano Site Hike Reykjanes Peninsula.On March 19, 2021, the volcano erupted after lying dormant for 800 years. 5 months later, the volcano on Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula is still spewing lava and expanding its flow field. The lava flow has since cut off access to this most popular hiking trail to the eruption siteOn March 19, 2021, the volcano erupted after lying dormant for 800 years. 6 months later, the volcano on Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula is still spewing lava and expanding its flow field. The lava flow has since cut off access to this most popular hiking trail to the eruption site.Geldingadalsgos Volcano Site Hike Reykjanes Peninsula.On March 19, 2021, the volcano erupted after lying dormant for 800 years. 5 months later, the volcano on Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula is still spewing lava and expanding its flow field. The lava flow has since cut off access to this most popular hiking trail to the eruption site Drone View
Drone View 		The Oven
The Oven
g12/00/132800/3/171916940.fYShDxvc.jpg Lava waterfall
Lava waterfall		 My first day in Iceland ,view from the drone
My first day in Iceland ,view from the drone		 g12/00/132800/3/171880393.GLGbkhXX.jpg Gods of Fire in Norse Mythology , destruction and creation happening simultaneously
Gods of Fire in Norse Mythology , destruction and creation happening simultaneously		 g12/00/132800/3/171873236.x89JDj1j.jpg
Greetings ! Thank you all for your views, comments and support !
Greetings ! Thank you all for your views, comments and support !		 today the lava flow has cut off access to this most popular hiking trail to the site
today the lava flow has cut off access to this most popular hiking trail to the site		 The force of the nature in a nutshell.
The force of the nature in a nutshell.		 The conflict between Muspelheim and Asgard
The conflict between Muspelheim and Asgard		 The people are on the slopes of Fagradalsfjall
The people are on the slopes of Fagradalsfjall		 Earth re-creating itself
Earth re-creating itself
Hike to Kerlingarfjöll
Hike to Kerlingarfjöll		 The people are on the slopes of Fagradalsfjall , watching the volcano right across .Now the famous viewing hill that has been used for countless photos include mine ,featuring the volcano erupting has now been cut off due to lava flowing through the hiking trail.The people are on the slopes of Fagradalsfjall , watching the volcano right across .Now the famous viewing hill that has been used for countless photos include mine ,featuring the volcano erupting has now been cut off due to lava flowing through the hiking trail. g12/00/132800/3/171749376.lZW7w1BB.jpg the Door to Hell ,molten rock, emerging as a liquid onto Earth's surface.
the Door to Hell ,molten rock, emerging as a liquid onto Earth's surface.		 Panoramic photo from the eruption site in South Iceland ,all the way to the right ,you can see the beginning of the village Grindavic ,the parking lot ,the 427 road , the start point to the hike up to volcano and the artificial dam .The eruption continues to produce lava flows at constant pace, which gradually both enlarge and thicken the expanding lava flow field .Panoramic photo from the eruption site in South Iceland ,all the way to the right ,you can see the beginning of the village Grindavic ,the parking lot ,the 427 road , the start point to the hike up to volcano and the artificial dam .The eruption continues to produce lava flows at constant pace, which gradually both enlarge and thicken the expanding lava flow field . Geldingadalsgos Volcano site .This viewpoint isn't accessible anymore since the lava surrounded that hill.
Geldingadalsgos Volcano site .This viewpoint isn't accessible anymore since the lava surrounded that hill.
Geldingadalsgos Volcano site ,self capture. No matter what I'll write, I won't be able to make you feel the same emotions I felt while standing there. It was my last day at the volcano and after five days the lava overflowed and broke the walls , arriving all the way till the bottom of the mountain where I was. Now this viewpoint isn't accessible anymore since the lava surrounded that hill. I definitely can call myself lucky for being able to stand there and get this view!Geldingadalsgos Volcano site ,self capture. No matter what I'll write, I won't be able to make you feel the same emotions I felt while standing there. It was my last day at the volcano and after five days the lava overflowed and broke the "walls" , arriving all the way till the bottom of the mountain where I was. Now this viewpoint isn't accessible anymore since the lava surrounded that hill. I definitely can call myself lucky for being able to stand there and get this view! The view of the islands of Elliðaey and Bjarnarey from the extreme side of the new land created by the 1973 eruption on the island of Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands), Iceland. In the distance is visible, on Iceland mainland, Eyjafjallajökull, the Glacier of the Islands, that takes its name from the Vestmannaeyjar. at Bjarnarey there is a lodge ,while at Elliðaey (left ) there is a mystery of one of the world's loneliest house on remote island that has been empty for over 100 yearsThe view of the islands of Elliðaey and Bjarnarey from the extreme side of the new land created by the 1973 eruption on the island of Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands), Iceland.
In the distance is visible, on Iceland mainland, Eyjafjallajökull, the Glacier of the Islands, that takes its name from the Vestmannaeyjar. at Bjarnarey there is a lodge ,while at Elliðaey (left ) there is a mystery of one of the world's loneliest house on remote island that has been empty for over 100 years		 Kerlingarfjöll
Kerlingarfjöll		 g12/00/132800/3/171726845.ZXtk1ISU.jpg Hell on earth
Hell on earth		 A fiery dragon
"A fiery dragon"
Despite this being an otherworldly experience, it begins, like many adventures, in a car park. Ever since the Gerlingadalur eruption began on March 19, 2021, Icelanders—and now vaccinated international visitors such as myself —have made pilgrimages to see the lava spew, bubble, and flow across this stretch of the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwestern-most Iceland. What’s astonishing is that this once-in-800-years display of nature’s force is only a 45-minute drive south of Reykjavík. It’s even closer to Keflavík Airport, the largest airport in the country—a mere 20 minutes by car. Imagine that: an active volcano one would deem “accessible.” You could land in Iceland in the morning from the United States (there are flights from Boston, JFK-NYC, and Washington, D.C., as of May), await your negative COVID test results at a nearby hotel, and once cleared, see the volcano erupt in the same day.Despite this being an otherworldly experience, it begins, like many adventures, in a car park. Ever since the Gerlingadalur eruption began on March 19, 2021, Icelanders—and now vaccinated international visitors such as myself —have made pilgrimages to see the lava spew, bubble, and flow across this stretch of the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwestern-most Iceland. What’s astonishing is that this once-in-800-years display of nature’s force is only a 45-minute drive south of Reykjavík. It’s even closer to Keflavík Airport, the largest airport in the country—a mere 20 minutes by car. Imagine that: an active volcano one would deem “accessible.” You could land in Iceland in the morning from the United States (there are flights from Boston, JFK-NYC, and Washington, D.C., as of May), await your negative COVID test results at a nearby hotel, and once cleared, see the volcano erupt in the same day. The gloving hot lava creates different creatures from the melted magma.
The gloving hot lava creates different creatures from the melted magma. 		g12/00/132800/3/171716936.zuM2bGqk.jpg Kerlingarfjöll geothermically active area
Kerlingarfjöll geothermically active area		 Thorsmork is the base camp for two of Iceland's favorite treks: Laugavegur and Fimmvörduáls.
Thorsmork is the base camp for two of Iceland's favorite treks: Laugavegur and Fimmvörduáls.		 Kerlingarfjöll
Kerlingarfjöll
Geothermal hot spring with the volcano in the back
Geothermal hot spring with the volcano in the back 		molten rock
molten rock		 g12/00/132800/3/171707125.ljqVMM7o.jpg Jökulsárlón lagoon ,sunset
Jökulsárlón lagoon ,sunset 		Gunnuhver Hot Springs a highly active geothermal area of mud pools and steam vents on the southwest part of the Reykjanes Peninsula. Named after an angry female ghost, Gudrun, whose spirit was trapped in the hot springs by a priest 400 years ago, the steamy area has an eerie atmosphere and an incredible sulphur vapor.Gunnuhver Hot Springs a highly active geothermal area of mud pools and steam vents on the southwest part of the Reykjanes Peninsula. Named after an angry female ghost, Gudrun, whose spirit was trapped in the hot springs by a priest 400 years ago, the steamy area has an eerie atmosphere and an incredible sulphur vapor. Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the highlands
Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the highlands
View from the last hill where you watch the volcano from short distance and right now is closed because the lava is all around it.View from the last hill where you watch the volcano from short distance and right now is closed because the lava is all around it. g12/00/132800/3/171698356.Dbbv1Afn.jpg the eye of Mordor
the eye of Mordor		 g12/00/132800/3/171694298.CslxcKM5.jpg the dynamic range of the scene is extreme at night
the dynamic range of the scene is extreme at night		 g12/00/132800/3/171692179.A2Mx7KqS.jpg
Kerlingarfjöll is a group of small geothermically active and rust-colored mountains
Kerlingarfjöll is a group of small geothermically active and rust-colored mountains 		Drone capture ,top of glacier
Drone capture ,top of glacier 		Hike to Kerlingarfjöll
Hike to Kerlingarfjöll 		Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the highlands , 3 pano photos with the Drone
Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the highlands , 3 pano photos with the Drone		 g12/00/132800/3/171686032.fsED9ToV.jpg “The path to paradise begins in hell.” Dante Alighieri
“The path to paradise begins in hell.” Dante Alighieri
Fagradalsfjall volcano. Performed by Nature..
Fagradalsfjall volcano. Performed by Nature..		 A fiery dragon
"A fiery dragon"		 Fagradalsfjall volcano update: Lava overflows dam, enters valley towards southern Ring Road
Fagradalsfjall volcano update: Lava overflows dam, enters valley towards southern Ring Road 		Greetings ! Thank you all for your views, comments and support !
Greetings ! Thank you all for your views, comments and support !		 abandon all hope ye who enters here -Inferno Dante Alighieri
"abandon all hope ye who enters here" -Inferno Dante Alighieri		 Icelandic highlands with a super jeep
Icelandic highlands with a super jeep
Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the southern Icelandic highlands
Þórsmörk , a nature reserve in the southern Icelandic highlands		 the aspects of fire governed by Freyja, Logi and Loki. Norse mythology
the aspects of fire governed by Freyja, Logi and Loki. " Norse mythology "		 g12/00/132800/3/171668994.48nkTBfz.jpg g12/00/132800/3/171667068.Ik8UAvKm.jpg The broader Fagradalsfjall volcanic system
The broader Fagradalsfjall volcanic system 		g12/00/132800/3/171663784.Tlzw7gyC.jpg
Pandemic or not the world will never stand still, and no clearer than in Iceland
Pandemic or not the world will never stand still, and no clearer than in Iceland
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Marvin Lee03-Nov-2023 15:57
Very nice photos! :)
Jean D30-Oct-2021 01:45
An awesome collection of very diversified volcano images, all superbly captured. ~V
mic_hong17-Oct-2021 04:22
Very dramatic capture. Well done.
frank_111206-Sep-2021 16:41
Outstanding collection
FrankB28-Aug-2021 14:12
Magnificent...
Graeme22-Aug-2021 10:15
A spectacular gallery of this volcano eruption. I am amazed how close to the eruption you have actually got, the heat must have been incredible. Superb work, Yiannis, thanks for sharing.V!!!!
Steve Thuman17-Aug-2021 21:05
Awesome scenery!
Tom LeRoy15-Aug-2021 11:47
Absolutely stunning photography, each image extraordinary! BV
Stefan Filla11-Aug-2021 11:59
😍 ~V~
Julie Oldfield10-Aug-2021 22:57
What an awe inspiring collection. Truly amazing. V
Dave Berry10-Aug-2021 21:56
Such incredible forces of nature and incredible photography to match. An amazing gallery! V
Russell Tunny10-Aug-2021 03:15
Dramatic gallery. Much appreciated. V!
Sue Anne Rush02-Jul-2021 19:48
Excellent. V
Rob Oele30-Jun-2021 10:28
Very impressive (photography) indeed my friend! V
Alla Gilbourd26-Jun-2021 10:37
Stunning collection of images! V
Yohanan David26-Jun-2021 04:58
Outstanding gallery amazing images! V
Sarah Rehfeldt24-Jun-2021 02:33
Explosively dramatic and amazing!
GeneWard23-Jun-2021 16:09
Your work on the volcano is spectacular. VVV
waterfalls man21-Jun-2021 23:25
Amazing Gallery VV!!
hakro13-Jun-2021 12:03
Amazing pictures !!!
Raymond Ma05-Jun-2021 20:35
A magnificent display of nature and photography Yiannis!
Gordon W04-Jun-2021 14:05
Great gallery of stunning images, Yiannis!
Jerry Pillarelli04-Jun-2021 04:10
Incredible; both the volcano and your images! V
Liz Bickel04-Jun-2021 01:05
Amazing gallery!!!
Fabienne03-Jun-2021 20:38
C’est une fabuleuse galerie avec des images réalisées avec beaucoup de talent.
Sue Anne Rush03-Jun-2021 02:20
Excellent. V
janescottcumming02-Jun-2021 21:37
I knew we could count on you to get some spectacular photos of this incredible event. Nice work Yiannis! V
John Hamers01-Jun-2021 07:03
Spectacular gallery on this volcanic activity V!
carol j. phipps01-Jun-2021 03:33
Wow! This is amazing! V
Jeff Real30-May-2021 13:53
Thank you for taking me on this incredible visual journey!
It hads been a spectacular pleasure!
V
Helen Betts29-May-2021 21:00
Outstanding gallery, very dramatic captures. V.
Jim's Visions29-May-2021 18:49
Amazing shots! ... josefina
Nestor Derkach29-May-2021 15:09
Excellent documentation of the Iceland Valcano erupting .
All images beautiful you photography in Iceland is amazing
as are your other photographs.
Vote +
Jeff B.29-May-2021 14:59
Super dramatic and powerful scenery masterfully captured. Outstanding! V
Zoltán Balogh29-May-2021 09:12
Wow, these are really dramatic captures here! V
Jim Fox29-May-2021 03:43
Wow! So amazing! I haven't seen any of the lava this good! Can you post these over athttp://www.FocalWorld.com also? I am giving everyone who joins right now a Free Premium Membership. Thanks!
Raf28-May-2021 19:09
A fantastic gallery of this volcanic area. Your points of vue sometimes looks dangerously. Be careful Yiannis. V
Dan Greenberg28-May-2021 17:28
Fantastic gallery!! More please! ~VVV~
Julie Queybronac (Bryline)28-May-2021 12:45
Amazing of beauty !
danad26-May-2021 14:36
An incredible set of images to start this gallery ! Really impressive shots. BV.
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