Icelandic Wonders
This collection highlights geological and historical landmarks along Iceland's southern coast near Vík í Mýrdal. It features the 1973 US Navy DC-3 aircraft wreck on the black sands of Sólheimasandur and the distinct basalt column formations of Hálsanefshellir cave. The list also includes the 1927 Dyrhólaey Lighthouse, situated atop a 120-meter high volcanic promontory, and Gígjagjá, a natural cave used as a filming location for its unique silhouette resembling the character Yoda.
A Wrecked DC-3 Plane
Abandoned U.S. Navy DC-3 aircraft wreck lies on a black sand beach, known for its striking and surreal appearance. The site features a relatively intact fuselage set against a dramatic Icelandic landscape.
B Reynisfjara Columnes
Sea cave located on Reynisfjara black sand beach, characterized by towering hexagonal basalt column formations created by cooling lava.
C Hálsanefshellir
Natural sea cave at the base of Reynisfjall mountain, surrounded by geometric basalt pillars and black volcanic sand.
Dyrhólaey Lighthouse
The Dyrhólaey Lighthouse is a lighthouse located on the central south coast of Iceland.
E Cave
Natural cave on the south side of Hjörleifshöfði mountain. The entrance silhouette resembles the character Yoda and served as a filming location for Rogue One.
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