I would say that the scenery we viewed today differs from what we’ve seen otherwise because it’s very rugged. In Reykjavík, there was some plant life, like the birch trees, but on the peninsula, there wasn’t as much plant life like that; it was mainly mosses. Moreover, the terrain was stunning, with lots of rocks and cliffs. It was fascinating to see the beaches where the grasses had turned yellow due to the ocean water.
The attractions we saw today were unlike anything I’ve seen before. They reminded me a bit of the Pacific Northwest, where rocky cliffs meet the ocean, rather than just beaches. I think visiting Iceland in the winter was unique because the landscape was covered in snow. We also experienced crazy winds while viewing the attractions, which was kind of fun—wrestling with nature to see the scenery. It was unlike anything I’ve experienced before.
The scenery showed me the uniqueness of land shaped by geological features like volcanoes. I found it quite interesting because the landscape isn’t suited to grow a lot of food. As a result, people, like those at the greenhouse we visited, grow food in controlled environments for household consumption. It was interesting to learn how Icelanders adapt to their landscape, growing food in greenhouses to maintain civilization and sustain their livelihoods.
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