Northern Lights Dance Over Snowy Svalbard
Darkness brings opportunity in the Arctic
Longyearbyen offers front-row seats to the celestial show
During the long winter months in Longyearbyen, the capital of Svalbard, Norway, darkness reigns supreme. From December to January, the sun remains below the horizon, plunging the town into a perpetual night. But for visitors, this seemingly endless darkness brings a unique opportunity: the chance to witness the Northern Lights in all their glory.
Spitzbergen, the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, is renowned for its exceptional Northern Lights viewing conditions. The remote location, far from light pollution, allows the celestial show to shine brightly in the night sky. And with the sun absent, visitors can experience the Northern Lights even during the day.
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