Iceland Golden Ring
Iceland's Golden Ring is a popular tourist route in the south of the country. There are many different routes in Iceland. Each of them is designed in such a way that it is comfortable for a person. Of course, the road will not be paved with paving stones and fenced on both sides. The routes are different, there are extremely easy to pass, and there are also those that are recommended only for experienced travelers. The golden ring holds a special place among them.
Route features
Most of Iceland is occupied by national parks and various natural attractions. Many of them are located in the South of Iceland. The Golden Ring of Iceland is located in the same region on a small island.
If you don't stop very often and don't get distracted by the local beauty (which is quite difficult), then you can travel the route in 8-10 hours. However, according to those who have already walked the Golden Ring of Iceland back and forth, and several times, you will hear that you should not rush into this matter.
Description of the Golden Ring of Iceland
The start of the route is concentrated in Reykjavik. If you start moving clockwise, the first thing you will see on the way is the Tinguellir National Park and Lake Tinguadlavatn. Yes, it's not easy to pronounce these names. But it's a pleasure to enjoy their views.
The next thing you will encounter along the way will be the valley of Heikadalur geysers. Everyone knows that the Geyser is now dormant and it comes out of its hibernation whenever it wants. Next to it is Strokkur. He shoots at 25-35 meters every few minutes. Don't forget to turn into the village of Hveragerdi, which will be waiting for you soon on your way to Iceland's Golden Ring. The inventive inhabitants of Iceland managed to arrange tropical gardens due to the heat of volcanoes. The Nesiavedlir geothermal power plant and the Laugarvatn hot springs are also located there.
Gullfos Waterfall has joined the unforgettable wonders of Iceland. It translates from Icelandic as "golden". The waterfall looks like this: two cascades 11 and 21 meters high are located perpendicular to each other. Another attraction of Iceland's Golden Ring is Lake Kerid. It appeared after various volcanic processes, the depth of the lake is 55 meters.
