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22 FEB 2023

Best Places To See Northern Lights From

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FAIRBANKS, ALASKA

Fairbanks' Aurora season is from August to April. Get awestruck by the Northern Lights, especially when the sky is dark and clear.

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SVALBARD, NORWAY

Between mid-November and February, visitors can enjoy the stunning Northern Lights both during the day and at night.

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Northern lights are visible from Finland for 200 nights a year. Best time to see the lights is December to March. You can go Aurora spotting by dog sled, ski, snowmobile.

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TROMSØ, NORWAY

This is the best place to go Aurora hunting as it offers the highest possibility to watch the lights. Visitors can choose tours from August to April.

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The picturesque lights are visible from end of Sept to March/April. Those visiting can take guided Northern Lights tours in Kangerlussuaq, Sisimiut, Ilulissat.

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GREENLAND

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A popular destination to see Northern Lights from, it has 40 days of uninterrupted night. You can see milky green light from late August to May.

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MURMANSK, RUSSIA

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YUKON, CANADA

Right under the Auroral Oval, have an unforgettable experience as you soak in the beauty of the fairy lights. Best time to visit is November to March.

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SCOTLAND

Best time to visit Scotland to be spellbound by Northern Lights is Oct to March. You have a good chance of spotting "Mirrie Dancers" here!

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CHURCHILL, CANADA

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Churchill is located in the Auroral Oval, which makes it a perfect destination to enjoy Aurora Borealis.

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ICELAND

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Enjoy the sparkling Northern Lights between September and April. Take a guided tour to fully enjoy the experience. 

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SWEDEN

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Aurora Borealis is quite frequent during winter months in Sweden. Travellers from around the globe come to Swedish Lapland to witness this surreal view.