Dyrhólaey Lighthouse

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"Dyrhólaey Lighthouse stands as a stoic sentinel, perched atop the Dyrhólaey promontory on Iceland's south coast . This historic lighthouse, with its square concrete tower, has been guiding ships away from the treacherous coastline for nearly a century. But Dyrhólaey offers more than just maritime safety; it's a place of captivating scenery, rich history, and abundant birdlife. The first lighthouse at Dyrhólaey was established in 1910, but the current structure we see today was built in 1927. Standing at 13 meters (43 feet) tall, the lighthouse casts its powerful beam of light out into the Atlantic Ocean every 10 seconds, ensuring safe passage for vessels navigating the often-harsh waters. A Natural Wonder: The Dyrhólaey promontory itself is a marvel of nature. Carved by volcanic eruptions and glacial activity, it boasts dramatic cliffs that plunge down to the churning ocean below. A natural arch, cleverly named Dyrhólaey ("door hole" in Icelandic), adds to the wonder of the landscape. On clear days, you can even spot the Vestmannaeyjar Islands rising from the ocean in the distance."
Stephen Jiroch
"This area is really cool. You can see the black sand beach below from the top. We recommend it for sunrise or sunset to see the coast light up. Make sure to bring a windbreaker for the wind! This spot in particular gets very windy and cold. "
"Google photos don’t do this place justice. Amazing views! The parking lot is very small but don’t be alarmed, the space will free up pretty quickly. If you are very lucky you might get a chance to spot puffins there! "

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