Hrunamannahreppur: geothermal farming and rural life in South Iceland
With diverse agriculture powered by geothermal heat, the municipality of Hrunamannahreppur is known for Flúðir's greenhouses, bathing spots and access to iconic nature.
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With diverse agriculture powered by geothermal heat, the municipality of Hrunamannahreppur is known for Flúðir's greenhouses, bathing spots and access to iconic nature.
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