Bjofafoss
by Eva Lechner
Title
Bjofafoss
Artist
Eva Lechner
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Located east of Merkurhraun lava field, Þjófafoss waterfall is one of the hidden gems of South Iceland. The turquoise waterfall with a giant mountain in the background provides an amazing view of the Icelandic landscape. This naturally protected waterfall is one of the three major waterfalls on river Þjórsá. The longest river of the Iceland, Þjórsá, forms a boundary between Árnessýsla and Rangárvallasýsla. Name of this waterfall Þjófafoss translates to “Thieves Waterfall”; it is named Þjófafoss because thieves were drowned in the pool of this waterfall as a punishment. The wide, milky white waterfall is situated beneath Mount Burfell. Though this waterfall is not tall, the width, power, and juxtaposition with the mountain make it a picturesque place. The Þjórsá river stretches from the Icelandic Highland to the south coastline in Southern Iceland.
Uploaded
June 22nd, 2022
Embed
Share
