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Thingvellir National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a national treasure of Iceland. It is about 25 miles northeast of Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, making it a popular day trip destination for travelers.

Here are some of the top activities and attractions to explore in Thingvellir:

  • Walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates

  • Experience the unique opportunity to snorkel or scuba dive in the crystal-clear waters of Silfra Fissure, where you can swim between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.

  • Explore the dramatic Almannagjá Gorge, a rift created by the plates separating.

  • Hike to Oxararfoss waterfall, which flows from the edge of the North American tectonic plate.

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