In 1970, a geothermal power plant called Svartsengi released lava into a river, turning the water an unusually beautiful blue. This seemingly catastrophic event accidentally turned the area into a giant hot spring, a natural spa that attracts millions of visitors each year.
Iceland is a beautiful place, but it is the Blue Lagoon that makes it “one of a kind” in the world.
The warm bay is fed by the nearby Svartsengi geothermal power plant and is replaced twice a day. Warm water erupts from the ground near the lava flow and is used to drive turbines to generate electricity. After passing through the turbines, steam and hot water pass through a heat exchanger to provide heat to the hot water system. The water is then pumped into the bay for visitors to bathe and soak in.
What could be better than soaking in warm water, relaxing and admiring the poetic scenery around.
The hot springs here contain many minerals such as Silica and Sulfur, which are good for the body and can especially improve and treat skin diseases. The water temperature here is also moderate, about 37 - 40 degrees Celsius, warm enough to bathe and soak for a long time. Combined with the unique surrounding scenery, Blue Lagoon is considered a natural spa of the world, and is a place not to be missed on your Iceland travel itinerary.
In winter, the scenery here is even more beautiful because of the white snow falling, covering the black rocks, dotted with the names of visitors.
Iceland has very strict hygiene regulations. Visitors must shower before and after bathing here. This ensures absolute hygiene at the hot springs.
Blue Lagoon has captivated many people, making them crave to come here once, immerse themselves in the natural hot water, and relax amidst a magical, heavenly setting.
This wonderful resort is located on the Reykjanes Peninsula in West Iceland, 13km from Keyflavik International Airport and 39km from the capital Reykjavik. From the airport, it takes about 20 minutes and from the capital Reykjavik, it takes about 40 minutes by car.
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