Each of Iceland’s waterfalls has its own distinct character, and each waterfall dazzles visitors with its unique shape, size, sound, and surrounding natural features. As with many historic destinations in Iceland, each waterfall has its own story, whether from history or folklore. Iceland’s many glaciers and spectacular geography combine to create some of the most attractive and wonderous waterfalls on the planet. Pure glacier waters carve through the unique volcanic landscape to create fascinating shapes, such as the hexagonal basalt columns that decorate many of Iceland’s waterfalls.