Thorsmork

Thorsmork Facts

• Undoubtedly, most notably, the site known as Thorsmork forms a beautifully rugged mountain ridge located in Iceland, in Europe. Furthermore, this truly stunning geological marvel, as you might surmise, carries the name of the Norse god Thor. As a result, the name of this amazing marvel of Nature, therefore translates as Thor’s Forest.
• In addition, many locals often use the same name to refer to the greater overall region in which the ridge sits. The magnificent natural site also sits in the southern portion of the supremely beautiful country. This feature further sits between the two visually stunning glaciers bearing the tortuous names of Eyjafjallajokull and Tindfjallokull.
• Further, this sincerely picturesque ridge also remains surrounded by  a surprising sight. That’s the presence of an amazing total of three rivers. Local inhabitants long ago gave these rivers the names Prouga, Krossa, and Markarfljot. Incredibly, yet another glacier also sits at one end of Thorsmork. That formation itself was given the name of Myrdaljokull.
• The nature of the impressive landscape also makes the region extremely popular with hikers and climbers. However, this creates the potential for great danger, as the site remains fairly active. In 2010, the nearby peak Eyjafjallajokull notoriously erupted. This powerful eruption caused widespread disruption of air travel throughout much of Europe. 

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Thorsmork Climate and Conditions

This stunning location holds yet more natural wonders to amaze the visitor. That’s due to the fact that the unique environmental conditions present in Thorsmork led to the formation of an unexpected climate. Further, in fact, this remains much more temperate than most of southern Iceland. This has led to the development of a rather unique and delicate ecosystem in the region.

Firstly, to the continued amazement of all who see it, Nature took hold. That’s because, within the shelter and protection of the valley, a variety of vegetation grows in great abundance. The most prevalent types of plants, however, include Birchwood, ferns, and moss. Nevertheless, a comparatively wide variety of small shrubs also appear within the astonishing area..

Secondly, another wonder of Nature also displays itself here. Fed by the melting glaciers, numerous waterfalls, some large and some small, also developed within mesmerizing Thorsmork. In addition, much of the region was later inundated by a layer of volcanic ash. This depositing resulted from the aforementioned volcanic eruption that occurred in the spring of 2010.

This somewhat devastating eruption occurred when the nearby volcano Eyjafjallajokull erupted. However, it happened quite unexpectedly. In point of fact, it took place to the great surprise of many experts. This proved to scientists that mankind still has much to learn about the workings of Nature. It required several months before the rather delicate local climate returned to normal.

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