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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
Reynisfjara has a large parking area, as it tends to get pretty crowded during the day.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
A signpost welcomes visitors to the black sand beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
A large cave opening makes up the end of Reynisfjara Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
Basalt rock stacks, known as Reynisdrangar, rise from the water just offshore.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
Dyrhólaey rock arch and cliffs to the west.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
In the past, National Geographic has regarded Reynisfjara as one of the 10 most beautiful non-tropical beaches in the world.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
Rock formations form the beach's edge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
Reynisfjara black sand beach and stone formations.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/08/2018
The black sand and stone beneath a setting sun at Reynisfjara.