Icelandic folklore says this giant boulder was ripped from the mountains and placed at its current location, where it became home to elves.

This volcanic cave lake is essentially hard proof that Iceland is the most magical place on Earth.

This elegant arc of a waterfall marks a religious turning point.

This fantastical waterfall is hidden in a cave located in a cracked cliff.

Two volcanic lakes in an enormous crater formed in a prehistoric eruption.

This black church sits alone among a field of lava rock.

Iceland's largest lagoon is home to stunning multi-colored icebergs.

This valley of hot springs and boiling mud pots is home to the record-holding "Geysir," which originated the English word.

If a glacial river suddenly diving into a sheer chasm via a dramatic, multi-stage waterfall isn't peak Iceland, it's certainly close.

A little-visited waterfall in an otherworldly landscape.

The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

A sulfuric martian landscape that looks far better than it smells.

This canyon is comprised of gorgeous waters and magnificent basalt columns.

This tumultuous Icelandic lava field looks so alien European researchers want to use it as a stand-in for Mars.

This eye-popping Icelandic crater lake is surrounded by red volcanic rock.

The unique waterfall in Iceland's south features a backdrop of geometric black lava columns.

Rising from the sea like a stone monster.

Climb right into the heart of this colorful Iceland volcano.

A winding, blood-red tunnel of hardened lava navigable by foot.

These ominous lava formations were said to be an entrance to the netherworld so of course they inspired a famous metal band.

Strange rock formations tower above the river that snakes through this enchanting Icelandic canyon.

Cairns built to bring travelers good luck stretch across the land like miniature stone mountains.

The bright red stripes streaking across the rocks are the star feature at this Icelandic waterfall.

On an island south of Iceland, a large volcanic rock formation resembles an elephant.