Iceland

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Dyrhólaey

Dyrhólaey

Above the volcanic sandy beach of Reynisfjara looms Dyrhólaey, a 120-metre-high promontory jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean.
Above the volcanic sandy beach of Reynisfjara looms Dyrhólaey, a 120-metre-high promontory jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean. It is a naturally created stone arch, sculpted over millennia by the force of the waves. Because of its unique shape, its Icelandic name translates as "the island of the gate in the hill".While you can get beautiful views of Dyrhólaey from the beach, you can also drive to the top of the adjacent hill for a different perspective of the area and take pictures with the centuries-old lighthouse.Want to see puffins? This is a great place in summer to see the abundant seabirds that live on the cliffs. Just be aware that the puffins need a bit of privacy during their nesting season, so access to the top is closed every year around May and June.