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Thingvellir National Park, Iceland

cover photo by Swallero

Location added by Leonardo670sv

The information about this location have been automatically translated with Microsoft Translator.

Rank : 8.5 (average on 4 votes)

Coordinates : 64.255959, -21.130336 (Open in Google Maps)

Subjects : Within this park there is the largest lake in Iceland (Thingvallavatn) and on its banks are about 50 species of birds that reside there permanently, while others migrate around 30 in the coldest season. In addition to that, there are lots of photographic possibilities in landscaping, starting dall'Oxararfoss, waterfall named after the river of the same name (Oxara) that flows through the park, ending in canyons and lava fields scattered by all the territory.

Recommended equipment : I would say that it is crucial to carry a wide angle; In addition to this, I recommend a tele if you want to do a little 'bird!

Best months : It depends on the kind that is practiced in any way recommend the summer period because they are pictures of the beautiful scenery and if you want the most is the time when there are more opportunities at the level birdlife; in the coldest season is more difficult to spot the animals and often also the accessibility to some areas is limited because of the snow.

How to get there : The park is about 50km from the capital Reykjavik, you can rent a car or even go with the numerous guided tours if you want, but strongly advice the first; so you can do whatever you want and take all the time you need. From Reykjavik, there are numerous indications that will guide you to the park.

Visits : A visit to the park is free all year round and there are times, it is always open to visitors.

Notes :

Calendar

Sunrise: 11:16, Sunset: 15:39

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Moon Phase

🌔 Waxing Gibbous, Brightness: 92%

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