Geysir Geothermal Area (i. e., the Haukadalur Valley), is home to Geysir--the place that gives its name to spouting hot springs all over the world. Geysir (mostly dormant now since an earthquake a few years ago) and Strokkur are the biggest geysers here, with Strokkur erupting every few minutes. All around this area are many bubbling hotpots and superheated streams that leave multi-colored residues on the ground and fumaroles emanating steam and gas.
Kerid is a 3000 year old, 55m deep and 270m wide volcanic crater lake with vivid red slopes and aquamarine to green color of the water. One side of the slope is covered in green moss. It’s also possible to walk down a pathway to the crater’s bottom for a closer look and to explore and walk around the crater rim.
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Category:Scenic
Subcategory:Landscapes
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Keywords:Haukadalur Geothermal Area, Haukadalur Valley, fumaroles, geysirs, green moss, hot springs, mud pools, volcanic craters
