Thingvellir National Park

National park · South

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This Is the No. 1 Vacation Spot in the World for Quiet and Solitude

"Iceland is renowned for its serene landscapes, offering vast stretches of untamed terrain, towering glaciers, hot springs, and black sand beaches. It is considered the top destination for quiet vacations due to its low noise and light pollution, minimal traffic congestion, and high Global Peace Index score." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare

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