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ˆGULLFOSS
Iceland is a country of waterfalls. Thundering, mud-coloured, or
pretty and crystal clear, each has its own special character. Many of
the country’s most dazzling waterfalls are located in the south. The
king of all waterfalls, Gullfoss, makes for a popular visit for both
Icelanders and tourists alike. These majestic, dizzying falls are on
the glacial river Hvítá and plunge some 32 metres into a deep, if ter-
rifying canyon below. The so-called Golden Circle is a classic trip for
visitors to the island, comprising Gullfoss, Thingvellir and the
famous Geysir hot spring in Haukadalur.
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