It is surrounded by dark lava columns, which gave rise to its name.

The base of this waterfall is noteworthy for its sharp rocks.

New hexagonal column sections break off faster than the falling water wears down the edges.

These basalt columns have provided inspiration for Icelandic architects, most visibly in the Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavík,[1] and also the National Theatre.

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