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Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway

A Norwegian archipelago is located in the Arctic Sea and is the northernmost settlement on Earth. Since the 17th century the islands were inhabited and used by the whale hunters. Today coal mining and fishing have been keeping the archipelago populated as they are the main branches of economy. As well as tourism.

There are numerous all year round activities on the islands. Various expeditions, that include kayaking, hiking, dog sledding, skiing, horseback riding, driving a snowmobile, enable to explore extraordinary nature of Svalbard. There are also glaciers and ice caves to discover in this land of permanent snow. Visitors also get to see the Arctic animals like Polar bears, seals and whales.

Why to go there?: This is indeed a unique place to visit. Tourist facilities are very well developed and one can hire a guide, a transportation and get on a tour around this Arctic wonder. It is also a popular research destination, that attracts scientists from all around the world.
When to go there?: Every season has its own distinctive spirit. The Polar Night takes place from December to February – Aurora Borealis can be seen at this time.
How to get there?: There are direct flights from Oslo – three times a week in winter and even more often in summer. The Airport shuttle picks up visitors and takes them to various accommodations.

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
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Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
Photo Mike Reyfman

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
Photo Mike Reyfman

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
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Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
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Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
Photo Mike Reyfman

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
Photo Mike Reyfman

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
Photo Mike Reyfman

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
Photo Mike Reyfman

Svalbard – the Northernmost Settlement on Earth, Norway
Photo Mike Reyfman

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2 comments

  1. It is insanely beautiful photos, they reminded me about my trip https://poseidonexpeditions.com/arctic/west-spitsbergen-and-ice-cap/. I advise everyone to go there, this is the place where you want to visit once in a lifetime and you will never forget. This pristine beauty, will help you solve all the problems, the main thing to learn to think in silence.

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  2. In the event that you are conveying a pet to Norway from inside the European Union, ensure your pet as pet international ID from the EU which recognizes you as the proprietor. norway

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