Thingvellir fissure zone, Islande (rencontre de la plaque nord-américaine et de la plaque euro-asiatique)

• Contributeur: Phil Degginger / Alamy Banque D'Images
• ID de l’image: 2XTY97C
• Taille du fichier: 47,5 MB (5 MB Téléchargement compressé)
• Autorisations: Modèle - non | Propriété - non
• Dimensions: 4992 x 3328 px | 42,3 x 28,2 cm | 16,6 x 11,1 inches | 300dpi
• Date de la prise de vue: 16 août 2005

Informations supplémentaires

The Thingvellir Fissure Zone, located in Þingvellir National Park in Iceland, is a dramatic geological feature where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly drifting apart along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. This divergent boundary creates a visible rift valley, with striking geological formations like the Almannagjá rift. Known for its seismic activity, this area is a hotspot for volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. Beyond its geological significance, Thingvellir is culturally important as the site of Iceland's first parliament. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it offers a stunning natural landscape shaped by the forces of plate tectonics.

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