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{{Short description|Geographical area of Iceland}} |
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The '''HIGHLAND of Iceland''' is an uninhabited area that covers most of the center. the interior or backland of ]. It is often mistakenly called ''Highlands'' like the ]. The '''HIGHLAND''' is situated above 300–400 meters (1000–1300 feet) and is mostly uninhabitable. The soil is mostly volcanic ash and basalt mountains and lava fields. It is also covered with snow from October until the beginning of June. This results largely in a surface of grey, black or brown earth, ], and ]es. A few ]-like areas, such as ] and ], are found in the Highland. The highland has many natural wonders and interesting hiking trails. |
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The '''Highland''' (]: ''Hálendið)'' or The Central Highland<ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Bishop |first1=Michaël Virgil |last2=Ólafsdóttir |first2=Rannveig |last3=Árnason |first3=Þorvarður |date=February 2022 |title=Tourism, Recreation and Wilderness: Public Perceptions of Conservation and Access in the Central Highland of Iceland |journal=Land |language=en |volume=11 |issue=2 |pages=242 |doi=10.3390/land11020242 |issn=2073-445X |doi-access=free }}</ref> is an area that comprises much of the interior land of ]. The Highland is situated above 300–400 meters (1000–1300 feet) and is mostly uninhabitable. The soil is primarily ], and the terrain consists of ] mountains and ]s. Snow covers the Highland from October until the beginning of June.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Weather and climate in Iceland |url=https://www.visiticeland.com/article/weather-and-climate/ |access-date=2023-09-06 |website=www.visiticeland.com}}</ref> A few ]-like areas, such as ] and ], are also found in the Highland. The area has many notable natural features and hiking trails.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Visit Iceland - Official Tourist Info for Iceland |url=https://www.visiticeland.com/geography-of-iceland/ |access-date=2023-09-06 |website=www.visiticeland.com}}</ref> |
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== Natural wonders in the Highland == |
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Some of the most interesting parts of Iceland is found in the Highland, such as ''']''', ''']''', ''']''', ''']''', ''']''', ''']''', '''Hveradalir''', ''']''', ''']''' waterfall and many other beautiful places. Although highly interesting most of the places are difficult to visit and only in summer. Most of the places in the highland require a good 4X4 vehicle because the roads are dirt roads and F-roads. It is recommended to plan your carefully if you plan to travel in the Highland. Traveling in the Highland is always different, an adventure and highly interesting. It is the home of some of the most intersting places and natural wonders in Iceland. ] |
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== Glaciers in the Highland == |
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== Natural features in the Highland == |
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The Highland encompasses various geological features, including ], ], ], ], ], ], Hveradalir, ], and the ] waterfall. Sites in the Highland are difficult to access and may be accessible only during the summer months. Most sites require ] or ]s for access due to the unpaved dirt roads. ] provides some of the most interesting vista points to visit in the Icelandic Highland, for instance this point located at the northwest part of the colorful caldera ], showing characteristic rhyolite lava fields and mountains ]] |
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Most of the ]s in Iceland, such as ], ], ], ] and ], are also part of the Icelandic Highland. All of the glaciers also have outlet glaciers with seperater names, like Breiðamerkurjökull or Tungnafellsjökull. Many glaciers sit on the top of a volcano and some of them erupt regularly, like the Bárðabunga volcano and glacier. The most famous one in our times is '''Eyjafjallajökull''' volacano and glacier that erupted in 2010. In the sandy Highland vegetation is only found on the edges of the glacier and by the many rivers, creeks that float through the '''HIGHLAND'''. There is also the danger of glacial ]s, or "glacier runs" at times of eruptions and volcanic activity. |
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== Hiking in the Highland== |
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There are several hiking trails in the Highland in Iceland. One of the most famous one is the 54 kilometers ] hiking trail from Landmannalaugar to Þórsmörk. It takes four to five days and takes you through the most interesting and beautiful landscapes in Iceland. Other interesting hikes are ] and old Kjalvegur as well as many other hiking trails. Some even cross glaciers and rivers. The same applies to hiking as driving in the highland, if you are interested you should contact a local travel company that specialises in Highland tours for your safety. |
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The largest ]s in the Highland are ], ], ], ], and ], with multiple outlet glaciers. Many glaciers occur atop ], some of which erupt regularly, such as the ] volcano.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The 2014 Holuhraun eruption |url=https://www.visiticeland.com/article/2014-holuhraun-eruption/ |access-date=2023-09-06 |website=www.visiticeland.com}}</ref> The most famous of these volcanoes in recent times is ], which ]. In the sandy Highland, vegetation is found only at the edges of glaciers and near rivers and streams. There is a pervasive danger of glacial ]s, or "glacier runs," at times of eruptions and volcanic activity. The radiating heat causes the underside of glaciers to melt, creating large pockets of water that accumulate until they burst. This phenomenon is unique to Iceland and is internationally known by the Icelandic term ].<ref name=":0" /> |
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== Recreation in the Highland== |
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There are several hiking trails in the Highland. A popular route is the 54 km ] hiking trail from ] to ]. Other notable hikes are ] and old ]. |
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== Highland roads or F-Roads== |
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== Highland roads or F-Roads== |
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The Highland can be crossed only during the Icelandic summer.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vegagerdin.is/media/umferd-og-faerd/Opnun_fjallvega_en_2014.pdf|title=Mountain Roads|language=en|publisher=Environment Agency of Iceland|date=2014|access-date=26 February 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150421223743/http://www.vegagerdin.is/media/umferd-og-faerd/Opnun_fjallvega_en_2014.pdf|archive-date=21 April 2015}}</ref> For the rest of the year the highland roads are closed. The best known highland roads are ], ], , Fjallabak syðri, Fjallabak nyrðri, Lakavegur, Kverkfjöll, and ]. Most highland roads require ] vehicles, because it is necessary to cross rivers. However, the Kjölur route can easily be traversed in an ordinary car and is therefore one of the more popular highland roads. Off-road driving is forbidden entirely in Iceland where there is no snow, including the Highland, to protect the environment.{{-}} |
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The Highland can be crossed only during the Icelandic summer.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vegagerdin.is/media/umferd-og-faerd/Opnun_fjallvega_en_2014.pdf|title=Mountain Roads|language=en|publisher=Environment Agency of Iceland|date=2014|access-date=26 February 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150421223743/http://www.vegagerdin.is/media/umferd-og-faerd/Opnun_fjallvega_en_2014.pdf|archive-date=21 April 2015}}</ref> For the rest of the year, Highland roads are closed. Driving off-road is forbidden,<ref>{{Cite web |title=Driving safely in Iceland |url=http://www.road.is/travel-info/driving-safely-in-iceland/ |access-date=2023-07-11 |website=The Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration |language=en}}</ref> to protect both drivers and environmental features. |
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The best-known Highland roads are ], ], ], Fjallabak syðri, Fjallabak nyrðri, Lakavegur, ], and ]. Most Highland roads require ] vehicles, which also assist in crossing rivers. However, the Kjölur route can be traversed easily in an ordinary car and is therefore one of the more popular Highland roads. |
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== See also == |
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The Highland can be crossed only during the Icelandic summer. For the rest of the year, Highland roads are closed. Driving off-road is forbidden, to protect both drivers and environmental features.
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