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Dyrholaey
This small peninsula, a pleasant 2 ½ hour drive southeast of Reykjavik, is located near the lovely village of Vik, the most southern point of the country. There is something incredible to see from almost every direction! To the north, you get a great look at the enormous Mýrdalsjökull glacier. Looking west, you can see the entire coastline stretching out to Selfoss. If you turn your eyes to the east, you can check out the Reynisdrangar Sea Cliffs, made from a series of black lava columns that emerge from the sea. In front of the peninsula stands the famous black arch of lava for which the peninsula is named. Oh, and you can even find puffins there in the summertime!!! No matter how cute puffins are, please resist the urge to take one home.
