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Lake Mývatn
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Martina
August 13, 2020
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Lake Mývatn is located in the area of the Krafla volcanic system in northern Iceland
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•Willem VS
June 9, 2024
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Mývatn, located in the north of Iceland, is a beautiful lake surrounded by a very active volcanic area. The lake, which is the fourth largest in Iceland, has an area of approximately 37 km². Mývatn's landscape is unique and varied, with numerous small islands and skerries adorning the lake's surface. The area is rich in birds and insects, including the dancing mosquitoes (Chironomidae) from which the lake gets its name. Despite the name “mosquito lake”, these little flies do not sting.
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•Xray2307
March 25, 2017
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The Mývatn (Icelandic mos for mosquitoes and vatn for water lake ") is located in the area of the municipality Skútustaðir in northeast Iceland in the area of the Krafla …
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 370 m
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