Icelandic folklore says this giant boulder was ripped from the mountains and placed at its current location, where it became home to elves.

A formerly glacier-tipped volcano that inspired none other than Jules Verne.

If a glacial river suddenly diving into a sheer chasm via a dramatic, multi-stage waterfall isn't peak Iceland, it's certainly close.

This fantastical waterfall is hidden in a cave located in a cracked cliff.

The oldest (maybe) swimming pool in Iceland is a stunning oasis built into the side of a lush hill.

Three columns of volcanic rock shoot out of the ocean.

This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

This eye-popping Icelandic crater lake is surrounded by red volcanic rock.

Walk in the footsteps of the gods and straddle two tectonic plates.

The picturesque birthplace of Icelandic democracy is drenched in the blood of its brutal past.

The unique waterfall in Iceland's south features a backdrop of geometric black lava columns.

This replica Viking village was created for a film that was never shot and is now open to visitors.

Iceland's largest lagoon is home to stunning multi-colored icebergs.

Twisted girders are all that remain of an Icelandic bridge that was wiped out by a combination of volcanic heat and glacial floods.

This stunning concert hall has become a symbol of Iceland's national recovery.

A sulfuric martian landscape that looks far better than it smells.

This collection of unique liquids allows visitors to wander the waters of Iceland's glaciers.

One of the tallest buildings in Iceland, and perhaps, the most visually impressive.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

A trio of hidden hot tubs takes advantage of Iceland's natural geothermal vents.

Rising from the sea like a stone monster.

These ominous lava formations were said to be an entrance to the netherworld so of course they inspired a famous metal band.

This elderly couple's hand-picked collection of rare gems is one of the finest in all of Iceland.

This probably wasn't what Mao had in mind.