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Jkulsrgljfur National ParkJkulsrgljfur National Park is situated in the north of Iceland around the river Jkuls Fjllum. A bit to the south, there is the famous Dettifoss waterfall. The National Park is fascinating because of its chaotic canyon and volcanic mountains. 8000 years ago, a volcano erupted directly underneath the river. This caused powerful explosions due to the combination of fire, gas and water. The mountains around the river were blown up and only ruins left of them, mixed with lava formations. That is what makes the park so distinctive. The center of the park is Hjarklettar (rock of echoes). Rauholar (red mountain) is the most beautiful mountain of the park because of its special colouring. Another sight is the canyon of sbyrgi to the north of the park which is formed like a horseshoe. External link - http://www.nat.is/travelguideeng/national_park_jokulsargljufur.htm
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