Staves, storm-calling, and of course, necropants.

Iceland's "Smoky Valley" is a beautiful river that is shrouded in a constant cover of steam clouds.

This tumultuous Icelandic lava field looks so alien European researchers want to use it as a stand-in for Mars.

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

This beautiful, historic church looks like something out of a simpler past.

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

Largest private bird collection in Iceland, formed from a tragic accident.

Two volcanic lakes in an enormous crater formed in a prehistoric eruption.

A modern artist's primitive stone faces and unique rock instrument join Iceland's terrain with its history.

Rising from the sea like a stone monster.

The oldest church in Iceland is one of the few to feature ornate decoration.