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Hveradalir Geothermal Area

Hellishelðivegur, Iceland

A geothermal paradise with bubbling mud pools and bright blue hot springs. 

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A turnoff from the main road with a short walking path that showcases many of the unique geothermal features of the area including fumaroles, hot mud pools, small lagoons with characteristic blue water, rocks colored by sulfur, and signs describing the features.

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