Dverghamrar

Skaftárhreppur, Iceland · built 1987

Dverghamrar (also known as "Dwarf Cliffs" or "Dwarf Rocks") is a geological formation in Southern Iceland, consisting of columnar jointing of volcanic rocks. The formation appears as vertical, hexagonal columns of varying heights. Situated off the Ring Road in the town of Kirkjubæjarklaustur, the cliffs are a popular destination for tourists.

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