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Iceland is home to more than 130 active and inactive volcanoes. A scenic mix of fire, ice, and flight delays.

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Iceland sits on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and a hotspot, so volcanic systems are abundant across the island. Counts vary by definition, but figures of 130+ volcanoes (active + dormant/extinct) are commonly cited.

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