The Magic of Saksun, Føroyar
by Harald Crepaz, Institute for Alpine Environment, Eurac Research, Bozen, Italy
Saksun in the Faroe Islands showcases stunning geological formations, primarily consisting of basalt rock formed through volcanic activity. Its landscape features the striking Saksunarvatn Lagoon, a dormant fjord sculpted by glaciers during the last ice age. Surrounded by dramatic cliffs and verdant slopes, Saksun offers a breathtaking glimpse into its fascinating geological history.
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- Geochemistry, Mineralogy, Petrology & Volcanology (944)
- Geomorphology (1355)
- Interdisciplinary/Other (818)
- Ocean Sciences (325)
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- Europe (3778)
- Northern Europe (905)
- Faeroe Islands (3)
- Exact location (-7.1796 W, 62.2479 N)
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Taken on 16
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2023
Submitted on 28 March 2024
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Harald Crepaz (distributed via imaggeo.egu.eu)
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