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Thingvellir National Park in Iceland sits between two continental tectonic plates - the North American and Eurasian plates. These tectonic plates move apart by about 2 centimeters a year! Iceland Tectonic Plates, Ef Ultimate Break, Trip To Belize, Tectonic Plates, Iceland Itinerary, Thingvellir National Park, Trip To Iceland, Belize Travel, Plate Tectonics

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Thingvellir National Park in Iceland sits between two continental tectonic plates - the North American and Eurasian plates. These tectonic plates move apart by about 2 centimeters a year!

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Mid-Atlantc Ridge on Iceland - Awesome

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Moment diver touches two different CONTINENTS at the same time

Scott Fitzsimmons, 27, is photographed swimming in clear Icelandic waters - touching rock belonging to Europe with one hand, and the tip of a north American tectonic plate with the other.

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Between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates near Iceland; the area is riddled with faults, valleys, volcanoes and hot springs, caused by the plates pulling apart at about one inch per year. (Alexander Mustard) Tectonic Plates, Bawah Air, Australian Travel, Under The Water, Image Nature, Plate Tectonics, Sea Photo, Ocean Eyes, Underwater Photos

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Drifting apart: Amazing underwater photos that show the growing gap between two tectonic plates

Alex Mustard, 36, dived 80ft into the crevice between the North American and Eurasian plates near Iceland to capture these spectacular photos.

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Voted one of the best destinations in the world to snorkel by @condenasttraveller; Silfra is a mesmerizing and unique experience in Iceland. What do you say to snorkeling in a fissure between two tectonic plates in the crystal-clear waters of Þingvellir National Park?! Just an hour outside Reykjavík, this remarkable crack between two tectonic plates is filled with the clearest water on our planet, allowing for over 100 meters of visibility. And don't worry, you will be dressed in all the kit... Silfra Iceland, Iceland Plane Wreck, Iceland Snorkeling Silfra, Gullfoss Waterfall Iceland, Thingvellir National Park, Dynjandi Waterfall Iceland, Iceland Volcano Eyjafjallajokull, Plate Tectonics, Reykjavik

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Mid-Atlantc Ridge on Iceland (Thingvellir National Park) 😍 The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a mid-ocean ridge (a divergent or constructive plate… Mid Ocean Ridge, Nova Space, Divergent Boundary, Plate Tectonic, Plate Boundaries, Greek Aesthetic, Tectonic Plates, Thingvellir National Park, Physical Geography

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Snorkeling Silfra: Swimming Between Tectonic Plates in Iceland

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Experience the geological wonders of Iceland's Golden Circle, including Þingvellir National Park's unique peninsulas, mesas, and plateaus, Gullfoss waterfall, and geothermal geysers. #Iceland #GoldenCircle #Thingvellir #Gullfoss Tectonic Plate Boundaries, Golden Circle Iceland, Plate Boundaries, Gullfoss Waterfall, Iceland Adventures, Thingvellir National Park, Plate Tectonics, Golden Circle, Global Travel

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Discover Iceland's Golden... - Iceland's Golden Circle: Geysers, Waterfalls, & Geological...

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Iceland's Golden Circle, where geological wonders await at every turn. Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a glimpse into Iceland's unique tectonic plate boundaries. Admire the dramatic landscapes, featuring distinct peninsulas, mesas, and plateaus, shaped by centuries of volcanic activity and glacial carving. Witness the awe-inspiring Gullfoss waterfall, cascading down multiple tiers into a rugged canyon. Explore the…

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