Iceland is often called the land of waterfalls.
Indeed, there are literally hundreds of these natural beauties all over the country.
From the powerful Dettifoss to the majestic Svartifoss, they are the countrys most recognizable attraction.
Being located between the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean, Icelands climate is influenced by both.
These streams of the water fall over numerous ridges in this volcanic island creating innumerable waterfalls.
While all of them are majestic, there are some that are favorites among tourists.
Gullfoss
Gullfoss, or the Golden Falls is Icelands most popular tourist attraction.
The waterfall is located in the canyon of Hvita river in southwest Iceland.
The waterfall is 100 meters wide and have a drop of 45 meters down to the Jokulsargljufur canyon.
The waterfall is situated on the Skoga River in the south of Iceland.
Being very close to the Ring Road, its very popular among tourists.
This waterfall of the river Seljalandsa drops 60 meters over the cliffs of the former coastline.
It is also possible to walk behind the waterfall making for some fantastic photo opportunities.
The waterfalls pour into the Hvita river from ledges of the rock in the lava.
The uppermost falls is usually the most photographed one because of its unusual trapezoidal shape.
Hengifoss is also the third highest waterfall in Iceland at 128 meters.
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Bruarfoss
Bruarfoss or bridge waterfall is Icelands best kept secret.
Many people, including Icelanders themselves, have never heard of this place.
It is not visible from the road and there are no signs directing you to it.
There is not even a Wikipedia article about this falls.
Justice was served when the butler drowned in Bruara River shortly after.
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