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Hengifoss

East Iceland (near Egilsstaðir)

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One of Iceland’s tallest waterfalls, dropping around 128 meters into a dramatic canyon in East Iceland. Hengifoss is famous for its striking red clay layers between dark basalt rock, creating a unique striped landscape shaped by ancient volcanic activity. The waterfall is reached via a scenic hike, passing the equally impressive Litlanesfoss with its towering basalt columns

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