Þjórsá: Iceland’s Longest River and Its Significance
Þjórsá: Iceland’s Longest River and Its Significance Þjórsá, pronounced [ˈθjouːrsaː], is Iceland’s longest river, stretching approximately 230 kilometers (143 miles) across the southern part of the country. This glacial river, originating from the Hofsjökull glacier, plays a crucial role in Iceland’s ecosystem, economy, and history. Understanding the significance of Þjórsá requires exploring its geography, ecology, … Read more