By Priyanka Roshan | Sept 30, 2024
The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, is a must-see natural wonder. Visit these top destinations for stunning aurora displays and an unforgettable experience.
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Tromsø, in the Arctic Circle, offers some of the most reliable Northern Lights sightings, along with activities like reindeer sledding and cozy glass-roof cabins.
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Just outside Reykjavik, Iceland’s dark skies provide an ideal spot for aurora watching, with geysers, glaciers, and waterfalls to explore in the daylight.
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With over 240 clear nights a year, Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories is one of the most dependable spots for a Northern Lights spectacle.
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Abisko National Park’s “Blue Hole” makes it a prime spot for clear skies and consistent Northern Lights, thanks to its unique weather patterns.
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Fairbanks sits right under the auroral oval, offering one of the best Northern Lights views in the U.S., complete with dog sledding and wilderness lodges.
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In Lapland’s winter wonderland, stay in glass igloos and watch the Northern Lights shimmer from the comfort of your bed.
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Explore ice hotels and watch the skies light up with the Northern Lights in Sweden’s northernmost town, Kiruna.
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This remote archipelago offers dark skies during its polar nights, making Svalbard a prime destination for aurora viewing.
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A hidden gem for aurora seekers, Greenland’s Kangerlussuaq offers a remote and unforgettable Northern Lights experience.
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For a unique twist, head to Scotland’s Shetland Islands or Cairngorms National Park to catch the “Mirrie Dancers,” Scotland’s name for the Northern Lights.
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