More and more, Iceland has become one of those must-see destinations. With incredible scenery everywhere you look, friendly and welcoming residence, world-class food and a variety of activities, Iceland is certainly a location to add to your list. And its place in the Atlantic Ocean makes it readily accessible from a number of countries.
One of the can’t miss activities is to visit the Godafoss waterfall.A highlight of any trip to Iceland, this waterfall has much more in store for you than you might think.
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The history of the falls is perhaps the most interesting part about it. When Iceland made the move to adopt Christianity as its official religion in the year 1000, legend has it that Thorgeir Thorkelsson—the law speaker of the Icelandic Parliament at the time—threw his pagan idols of Norse gods into these very waters. Thus Godafoss got its name, which translates to “Waterfall of the Gods” in English.
As with any other tourist attraction in Iceland, there’s a certain way to experience this natural wonder without the crowds ruining your experience. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about visiting Godafoss and leaving wanting to experience it again and again.
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