10 BEST WINTER WONDERLAND DESTINATIONS

30 OCT, 2023

Adhya Moona

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Switzerland's alpine regions - towns like Zermatt and St. Moritz, offer breathtaking mountain scenery, world-class skiing, and charming winter villages.

THE SWISS ALPS, SWITZERLAND

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Lapland is associated with the legend of Santa Claus. Visitors enjoy activities such as reindeer sleigh rides, dog sledding and watching the Northern Lights.

LAPLAND, FINLAND

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Salzburg transforms into a fairytale destination during the winter months with Christmas markets and snowy landscapes.

SALZBURG, AUSTRIA

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Hallstatt is a village on Lake Hallstatt's western shore in Austria's mountainous Salzkammergut region. It looks stunning during winter.

HALLSTATT, AUSTRIA

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The charming, walled city of Quebec is a winter wonderland with its historic architecture, festive Christmas markets, and numerous winter activities.

QUEBEC CITY, CANADA

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Bergen is on Norway’s southwestern coast. It's surrounded by mountains and fjords. It looks even more picturesque when the houses are covered in snow.

BERGEN, NORWAY

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Hokkaido is an ideal spot for skiers and snowboarders. The region is also famous for its ice festivals and natural hot springs.

HOKKAIDO, JAPAN

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Harbin is famous for its annual Ice and Snow Festival, featuring massive ice sculptures, an ice lantern garden and a frozen wonderland.

HARBIN, CHINA

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Banff National Park is stunning in the winter, with snow-covered peaks, frozen lakes, and excellent opportunities for skiing and snowshoeing.

BANFF, CANADA

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Aspen in Colorado is a premier destination for winter sports enthusiasts, offering world-class skiing and snowboarding.

ASPEN, USA