Iceland Unveiled: 30 Mind-Blowing Facts That Will Make You Want to Pack Your Bags and Go!
There are 130 Volcanoes In Iceland
Iceland, located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, sits on the tectonic plates separating Eurasia and North America. These constantly moving plates fill the gaps with magma, leading to volcanic eruptions. With 130 volcanoes in the country, 30 are active, making Iceland a geologically active nation. However, with all the fiery natural wonders come to some good things, like a basalt rock shaped like an elephant’s head.
After several eruptions, the Westman Islands suffered significant damage. But the molten lava created a remarkably defined animal structure that became a unique landmark in the area. Iceland’s dynamic geological activity brings both danger and beauty to the Nordic island country.
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