Skógafoss waterfall, Iceland Aug. 23, 2023

Skógafoss waterfall in Iceland is a breathtaking natural wonder, making an impressive splash on today"s image. Skógafoss is renowned as one of the largest waterfalls in the country, with a width of 25 metres and a vertical drop of approximately 61 metres. The captivating Skógafoss frequently graces visitors with the captivating sight of vibrant single or double rainbows, formed by the refraction of sunlight through the mist. Adding to its enchanting appeal, legend has it that a treasure chest is hidden behind Skógafoss, left there by a Viking settler named Prasi Porolfsson.

© Maridav/Shutterstock

palette

Today in History

If given Menton, make lemonade
Aug. 23, 2024Prasat Phanom Rung temple ruins, Thailand
Aug. 23, 2025St. Barbaras Cathedral, Kutná Hora, Czechia

More Desktop Wallpapers:

Nimble and stealthy
To the infinite and back
Where are these illuminated walkways?
Sep. 29, 2023Mid-Autumn Festival
Oct. 11, 2023The Painted Hills, Oregon
Surrounded by a sea of sand
The road less taken?
Jan. 4, 2026Kings Mountain, Chugach Mountains, Alaska, United States
Feb. 8, 2024Mount Hood, Oregon
A dramatic celebration of peace
Apr. 30, 2025International Jazz Day
Remembering D-Day
Feb. 24, 2025Giant cuttlefish, Whyalla, South Australia, Australia
Jan. 16, 2026Leopard at Etosha National Park, Namibia
Dec. 20, 2023Val Gardena, South Tyrol, Dolomites, Italy
Nov. 28, 2025Val Brandet, Brescia, Lombardy, Italy
Jul. 21, 2025Coral Reef Awareness Week
Wind-powered ice racing
Reddy for winter
A beautiful labyrinth
Sep. 25, 2024Sequoia National Park, California, USA
Oct. 21, 2023International Archaeology Day
Jun. 17, 2025Maritime forest in Cumberland Island National Seashore, Georgia, United States
Staying in the loop
Dec. 6, 2025Everglades National Park, Florida, United States
Mar. 10, 2025National Napping Day
Say hello to these halophytes!
Feb. 21, 2024Firefall at Yosemite
Jan. 30, 2026Winterlude begins
May 23, 2025World Turtle Day