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Seljahjallagil, Bláhvammur and Þrengslaborgir form a large protected volcanic landscape near Mývatn. The area was protected in 2012.
Nearby protected attractions include Dimmuborgir, Hverfjall and Skútustaðagígar.
The protected area adds another layer to the remarkable volcanic landscape around Mývatn. Its combination of geological formations, valleys and vegetation makes it particularly valuable when viewed together with the region's other protected volcanic sites.
The purpose of protection is to conserve the distinctive volcanic and geological landscape of the area.
Seljahjallagil, Bláhvammur and Þrengslaborgir form a varied natural area near Lake Mývatn with notable geological formations.
Visitors should protect geological formations and vegetation and use established routes.
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Seljahjallagil, Bláhvammur and Þrengslaborgir Natural Monument
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