one
of the 200 active volcanoes in the country. Its first
recorded eruption was 1000 years ago and since then
there has been a series of eruptions, some of which were
gentle while others caused significant damage to the
nearby countryside.
In addition to volcanic activity, Iceland is richer in hot
springs and high temperature geothermal activity than
any other country in the world! The inhabitants of
Iceland are very creative and technologically advanced,
and they have managed to harness the energy of their
natural resources. They have built a power station
which collects and uses the natural geothermal heat
produced under the ground to meet the energy needs
of the island. The Icelanders have also used geothermal
heat for open-air swimming pools and spas, where
people can enjoy a dip in the relaxing thermal water.
Plus, these thermal spas are famous for their numerous
health benefits. So, who wouldn’t want to indulge in a
stay at one of them? Naturally, I had made a reservation
at one of the most popular spas, and it was an experience