Reynisdrangar, Vík í Mýrdal, Iceland. Posited on the beach in the southern part of the country, Reynisdrangar are mysterious basalt sea stacks, scattered on the Reynisfjara shore. According to the Icelandic mythology, the site is a wreckage of a troll ship.
The surroundings are dominated by the black sandy beach, which is of a volcanic origin. Meanwhile some of the basalt rocks are made of hexagonal columns – a phenomenon not that unusual to the country. The site also provides numerous great angles for the photographers.
Why to go there?
A scenic coast near the southernmost village of Vík í Mýrdal. The area features the famous Mýrdalsjökull glacier and dangerous Katla volcano, which is being feared of erupting anytime soon.
When to go there?
Winters are cold and summers are cool. The period from August to January is the most humid, so summer might be the most pleasant season to visit.
How to get there?
The village comfortably lies on the Ring Road, which girdles the whole country. Tourists usually choose this route to travel around Iceland and see the most popular sightseeings.
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