<p><strong>The LAVA Centre is an interactive, high-tech educational exhibition about volcanic activity, earthquakes and the creation of Iceland. </strong> <strong>It is</strong><strong> Iceland&#8217;s most awarded exhibition in design and technology. </strong></p>
<p>LAVA Centre is the gateway to the South Coast of Iceland, the country&#8217;s most active volcanic area. It is the perfect place to start a tour along the south coast&#8217;s sleeping volcanoes and black lava beaches.</p>
<h2>An Interactive Volcanic Journey</h2>
<p>The interactive exhibits let you examine the volcanic eruptions, lava flows, rift systems, faults and glacial floods that make Iceland such a showcase of volcanism.</p>
<p>At the LAVA Centre, you will learn about the growth of Iceland, one of the world’s largest volcanic islands. Discover the history of Iceland&#8217;s eruptions since 1900.  Besides, you&#8217;ll learn about the giants surrounding the exhibition: <a href="https://www.icelandtravel.is/attractions/hekla/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hekla</a>, <a href="https://icetstg.wpengine.com/attractions/katla/">K</a>atla and <a href="https://www.icelandtravel.is/attractions/eyjafjallajokull/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Eyjafjallajökul</a>l. See firsthand how active the island is on live earthquake monitors. You can even experience earthquakes and geothermal areas.</p>
<p>In addition, the LAVA Center cinema shows a film about the immense power of the latest eruptions, including the recent eruptions at Fagradalsfjall.</p>
<p>Last but not least, the center&#8217;s rooftop observation deck gives you an outstanding view of the area volcanoes on clear days.</p>
<h2>LAVA Centre and the South Shore</h2>
<p>We definitely recommend a visit to the LAVA Centre while you are visiting the South Shore area. You&#8217;ll get  a fantastic introduction to the volcanic activity you will see in this region of waterfalls, glaciers and volcanic mountains.</p>
<h2>How to get to the LAVA Centre</h2>
<p>The LAVA Centre is located in Hvolsvollur town, an easy 106 km drive from <a href="https://www.icelandtravel.is/attractions/reykjavik-2-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reykjavík</a> on the Ring Road. The Center makes a great stop before you head on to visit the famous Skógafoss and <a href="https://www.icelandtravel.is/attractions/seljalandsfoss/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Seljalandsfoss</a> waterfalls and the black beaches of <a href="https://icetstg.wpengine.com/attractions/reynisdrangar-cliffs/">Reynisfjara</a>.  Additionally, the center has a coffee shop where you can enjoy hot drinks before you head along the South Coast.</p>
<p><strong>GPS: </strong> 63.753615, -20.238275</p>


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