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From Antarctica to Iceland: 10 Coldest Countries in the World
Discover the 10 coldest countries in the world, from Antarctica to Iceland, where temperatures plunge below freezing and landscapes turn into icy wonderlands.
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1. Antarctica
Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth, with temperatures plunging below –80°C in winter. Vast ice sheets, frozen deserts, and extreme winds make it an uninhabitable yet fascinating destination for scientists and adventurers. (Image: Canva)
Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth, with temperatures plunging below –80°C in winter. Vast ice sheets, frozen deserts, and extreme winds make it an uninhabitable yet fascinating destination for scientists and adventurers. (Image: Canva)
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2. Russia
Home to Siberia, Russia faces brutal winters where temperatures can drop to –50°C. Towns like Oymyakon are among the coldest inhabited places, with frozen landscapes stretching endlessly across its vast northern regions. (Image: Canva)
Home to Siberia, Russia faces brutal winters where temperatures can drop to –50°C. Towns like Oymyakon are among the coldest inhabited places, with frozen landscapes stretching endlessly across its vast northern regions. (Image: Canva)
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3. Canada
Northern Canada is known for frigid winters, often reaching –40°C. The Yukon, Nunavut, and Northwest Territories experience long, icy seasons, while snow-covered forests and frozen lakes create breathtaking Arctic scenery. (Image: Canva)
Northern Canada is known for frigid winters, often reaching –40°C. The Yukon, Nunavut, and Northwest Territories experience long, icy seasons, while snow-covered forests and frozen lakes create breathtaking Arctic scenery. (Image: Canva)
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4. Greenland
Greenland, largely covered by ice sheets, remains freezing almost year-round. Winter temperatures can fall below –50°C, and even in summer, the Arctic chill dominates, making it one of the coldest inhabited lands. (Image: Canva)
Greenland, largely covered by ice sheets, remains freezing almost year-round. Winter temperatures can fall below –50°C, and even in summer, the Arctic chill dominates, making it one of the coldest inhabited lands. (Image: Canva)
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5. Mongolia
Mongolia’s winters are harsh, especially in the steppe and mountain regions. The country records temperatures dropping to –40°C, with strong winds and snowstorms shaping life for its nomadic communities. (Image: Canva)
Mongolia’s winters are harsh, especially in the steppe and mountain regions. The country records temperatures dropping to –40°C, with strong winds and snowstorms shaping life for its nomadic communities. (Image: Canva)
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6. Norway
Norway’s northern regions within the Arctic Circle face bitter cold, dipping to –40°C. Its fjords freeze over, and polar nights extend for months, offering both harsh conditions and dazzling Northern Lights. (Image: Canva)
Norway’s northern regions within the Arctic Circle face bitter cold, dipping to –40°C. Its fjords freeze over, and polar nights extend for months, offering both harsh conditions and dazzling Northern Lights. (Image: Canva)
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7. Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan’s vast steppes experience extreme winters, where temperatures reach –45°C. Cities like Astana (now Astana) endure piercing winds and heavy snow, showcasing the country’s challenging yet resilient lifestyle during freezing months. (Image: Canva)
Kazakhstan’s vast steppes experience extreme winters, where temperatures reach –45°C. Cities like Astana (now Astana) endure piercing winds and heavy snow, showcasing the country’s challenging yet resilient lifestyle during freezing months. (Image: Canva)
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8. Finland
Finland’s Lapland region experiences severe cold, dropping below –40°C in winter. Endless snow-covered forests, frozen lakes, and the magical aurora borealis make it one of the most striking cold destinations. (Image: Canva)
Finland’s Lapland region experiences severe cold, dropping below –40°C in winter. Endless snow-covered forests, frozen lakes, and the magical aurora borealis make it one of the most striking cold destinations. (Image: Canva)
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9. Iceland
Despite geothermal activity, Iceland experiences harsh Arctic chills in winter, especially in the north. Freezing winds, icy glaciers, and snow-covered landscapes define the island nation, while polar nights enhance its wintry charm. (Image: Canva)
Despite geothermal activity, Iceland experiences harsh Arctic chills in winter, especially in the north. Freezing winds, icy glaciers, and snow-covered landscapes define the island nation, while polar nights enhance its wintry charm. (Image: Canva)
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10. United States (Alaska)
Alaska records some of the coldest temperatures in the United States, with lows below –50°C in Fairbanks and northern regions. Vast glaciers, tundras, and icy wilderness dominate this frozen frontier. (Image: Canva)
Alaska records some of the coldest temperatures in the United States, with lows below –50°C in Fairbanks and northern regions. Vast glaciers, tundras, and icy wilderness dominate this frozen frontier. (Image: Canva)
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