Iceland - Sunset at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Iceland Waterfalls are perhaps the country's most recognizable series of attractions. They're everywhere! Its collection of waterfalls rivals any other country in sheer power and raw beauty. The falls range from powerful and wide river-type monsters like Dettifoss, Gullfoss, and Goðafoss to tall and narrow ones like Glymur, Háifoss, and Hengifoss. Moreover, the country sports classic waterfalls such as the rectangular Skógafoss as well as unique waterfalls such as the trapezoidal Dynjandi. And these are just the famous ones! There are countless other waterfalls tumbling by the Ring Road as well as many more that don't even have formal names!
Seljalandsfoss is one of the most famous waterfalls of Iceland. It is a unique waterfall on the river Seljalandsá, about 30 km west from Skógar. It drops 60 metres (200 ft) over the cliffs of the former coastline. There is a foot path behind it at the bottom of the cliff, but with a thin cascade. It is the only known waterfall of its kind, where it is possible to walk behind it. The waterfall is very picturesque and therefore its photo can be found in many books and calendars. Seljalandsfoss is situated in between Selfoss and Skógafoss at the road crossing of Route 1 (the Ring Road) with the track going into Þórsmörk. The path at the bottom of the cliff allows you to walk behind the waterfall without getting wet, or nearly not getting wet. It was bit tricky to capture this shot as the water is being constantly sprayed around. I have found one spot where the wind didn't blow so intensively and managed to make 0.3sec exposure to smoothen the falling water.
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Lens’s focal length: 17.00 - 40.00 mm, Photo Focal length: 21.00 mm, Aperture: 22, Exposure time: 0.3 s, ISO: 50
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-Faizal- (35 months ago | reply)
Wow! It's fantastic! Love the smoothed-out waterfall...
rev_adan (35 months ago | reply)
very interesting! love it!
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tozofoto (35 months ago | reply)
Brilliant!!:-))
Chris Brocklebank (35 months ago | reply)
Another amazing image, your so lucky to visit all these wonderful places!
Your images are truly inspirational!! Thanks for sharing them!
GlobeTrotter 2000 (35 months ago | reply)
Breathtaking shot !
kh-photos - Kurt (slowly) (35 months ago | reply)
Stunning photo! I definitely want to visit Iceland.
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Carl Van Rooy Photography (35 months ago | reply)
wow so much beautiful scenery and you capture it so well.
Suddhajit (35 months ago | reply)
Very well composed, I particularly like your handling of the bright sky while keeping the exposure right for the fall!
pontistang (35 months ago | reply)
Beautiful picture!!
I pick this photograph to be on the cover of National Geographic
National Geographic: Are You Good Enough?
Imapix (35 months ago | reply)
Wooooooooooooooooooooooowhat a perfect image!
Awesome!
Bravo!
ramon.vmorales (35 months ago | reply)
I pick this photograph to be on the cover of National Geographic
National Geographic: Are You Good Enough?
Photomike07 / MDSimages.com (35 months ago | reply)
WOW, So much of that Island I didnt get to see. Maybe someday :)
Sandro Gambin (35 months ago | reply)
Stunning capture,you always manage to get the best out of every location you are in.Thanks for sharing you ART!!!!
Sandro Gambin (35 months ago | reply)
Stunning capture,you always manage to get the best out of every location you are in.Thanks for sharing your ART!!!!
Arild Heitmann Photography (35 months ago | reply)
This is just phenomenal. The gorgeous soft light hitting the waterfall...amazing!
juntos ( MOSTLY OFF) (35 months ago | reply)
Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Splendid Pictures/Admin Invite Only, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
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Hi, I'm an admin for a group called ExtraOrdinary Photography / ADMIN INVITE ONLY, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
aetven (35 months ago | reply)
I pick this photograph to be on the cover of National Geographic
National Geographic: Are You Good Enough?
1D110 (35 months ago | reply)
sublime une belle vu une fantastique photo
Odyssevs (35 months ago | reply)
remarkable,
U are lucky to do so much travelling!
R Scott Photography (35 months ago | reply)
Awe inspiring
dyoshida (35 months ago | reply)
Simply beautiful! You are working in your element! Wow!
Gabrios_LBF (35 months ago | reply)
wonderland...
_Hans van de Vorst (35 months ago | reply)
Superb control and composition
williamchu (35 months ago | reply)
Last time I went there, my whole body and my gears got totally soaked!!!
The water just came not from the top, but from the bottom.
A lovely place, and wonderful shot... :)
livetowander (35 months ago | reply)
I pick this photograph to be on the cover of National Geographic
National Geographic: Are You Good Enough?
Tom DiMatteo (35 months ago | reply)
great shot
lisavinal (previously ARWildflower) (35 months ago | reply)
I pick this photograph to be on the cover of National Geographic
National Geographic: Are You Good Enough?
AtomicP (35 months ago | reply)
Serene was the first word that came to mind when I saw this. Just wonderful.
Pablo MyM (35 months ago | reply)
Let me tell you I enjoy a lot with your photos.
I love
Magnus Stoltz (35 months ago | reply)
That is just unbelievable! :O It looks so serene! Wish I could see it in full size. :)
joseba m. arginzoniz martin (35 months ago | reply)
aupa
muy bonito ese salto de agua
aio
Ciarly76 [deleted] (35 months ago | reply)
wow!
Manuel Steinbrecher (35 months ago | reply)
How AWESOME!
I love the view in the far, the sky and of course the water falls! Great!
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Alaina Dall (35 months ago | reply)
Like a magical fairyland!
sarah(soso) (35 months ago | reply)
so incredible
love it
^_^
Gregussen (35 months ago | reply)
Superb shot!
One of the best waterfall photos Ive seen on flickr!
Great job!
Aneez 747 (35 months ago | reply)
Stunning capture
©Helminadia Ranford (35 months ago | reply)
splendid and amazing Lucie
Gordon Mould (35 months ago | reply)
Wow, that is some shot. Very impressive.
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Dave Heuts (35 months ago | reply)
Fantastic view. Super!
chwis_uk (35 months ago | reply)
Great photo. Seljalandsfoss has sooo much character. You're right though, the unnamed ones further inland can be REALLY special : )
© David J Peacock - www.davidjpeacock.ca [deleted] (35 months ago | reply)
Gorgeous.
bart ceuppens / www.bartceuppens.be (35 months ago | reply)
magnificent!
Haja Sheriff ... BACK! (35 months ago | reply)
a killer shot Lucie!
Pulok Pattanayak (35 months ago | reply)
Awesome angle of view.
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timo.frey (35 months ago | reply)
Wonderful! Great shot, Lucie!
Babak (Babaky) (35 months ago | reply)
terrific light and capture.
Must have been wonderful.
Ted Rivera (35 months ago | reply)
Stunning tones, wonderful shot !!