Hveravellir hot spring on Kjölur plateau, Iceland

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Hveravellir hot spring on Kjölur plateau, Iceland

Some spots on Earth simply look unearthly and the Hveravellir Nature Reserve, on the Kjölur plateau of central Iceland, certainly fits that description. Dotted with hot springs, the rugged terrain here draws adventurers from around the world. Hiking trails allow passage through and within the region, and for those who want a payoff for their efforts, one of these springs is a popular bathing site for visitors.