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Countries to Witness Artistic Display – Northern Lights

Also popularly known as Aurora Borealis, Northern Lights are one nature’s artistic display that you should not miss. Individuals are curious about the neon glow of the aurora. You are bound to fall in love with this neon glow. It begins high in the atmosphere of the Earth at altitudes from 60 to even 250 miles.

What are Northern Lights?

Also known as Aurora Borealis, Northern Lights majorly occur when the solar particles crash with the atmospheric gases. It is known as ‘Aurora Borealis’ or ‘Northern Lights’ in the Northern Hemisphere and ‘Aurora Australia’ or ‘Southern Lights’ in the Southern Hemisphere.

If you are planning to witness this nature’s artistic display, then here is the list of countries you need to visit:

Northern Canada

The first one on the list of Northern Canada. This is the place you should be to witness the beauty of Northern Lights. The greatest hotspots here are Yukon and Northernmost territories.

Where – Yukon, Northern Territories and Nunavut (But less aurora tourism is witnessed here).

When – Late August to Mid-April

Alaska, USA

Another beautiful country to visit to witness Aurora Borealis is Alaska. This is one of the best places to spot northern lights. What makes it so beautiful is the clear skies, cold weather, and dark nights. If you can’t take the chilly nights, worry not, for you can head to steaming hot springs to witness this beauty. Apart from this artistic display, Alaska has infinite mountains and epic wildlife.

Where – Fairbanks for it is located in the aurora oval, besides, entire of Alaska serves as the spot for Aurora Borealis.

When – Winter months are perfect due to longer nights. However, it is a year-round phenomenon.

Norway

When it comes to talking about Norway, this place is no short of places that let you witness this display. The first perfect spot is Svalbard, which is home to a string of Arctic islands, between mid-November and February, tourists and locals can witness these lights.

Where – Svalbard, The Lofoten Islands, Tromso, Alta, Lakselv, Harstad, Bodo, and Andoya.

When – October to March

Sweden

Another famous and renowned spot to witness Aurora Borealis in Sweden. You can thank the beautiful and mesmerizing effects of the Gulf Stream. A spot close to the northernmost Kiruna is the perfect place for aurora viewing.

Where – Abisko, Tärendö, Farnebofjarden National Park and Jukkasjärvi

When – September to the end of March

Finland

You can just doze off watching the aurora borealis here. The lights here shine almost every other night, which makes it an ideal spot for aurora viewing. However, you are advised to carry warm clothes for the temperatures can get quite cold.

Where – Kakslauttanen with glass igloos

When – September to March

These are just some of the countries that let you witness Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights beautifully. If you are planning to take a trip to any of these countries to witness this artistic display, then go through our international tour packages. They are affordable and lets you witness Northern Lights and explore the best attractions.

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