Nature’s FIREWORKS

Aurora Borealis

And The Best Places To Spot Them

Viktor Toth reports from Denmark.

The aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, are probably the most magnificent, unique natural phenomenon on earth. When particles from the sun reach the Earth’s magnetic field, they become charged and emit this colorful light show.

The Northern Lights have inspired people for a long time, and have significantly impacted folklore and mythology. Today, they keep enticing adventure-seeking people to travel to the Arctic.

Although the lights have been sighted from a lot more places in the world, the best vantage points to view this nature’s show remain inside the arctic circle.

So, Aurora chasers, be ready!

We let you in on the best places on earth that guarantee to bring you as close to these lights as possible.

The northern reaches of Norway are situated within the Arctic circle, making it ideal for viewing the Northern Lights. There are several great spots to visit, but one cluster of cabins offers a perfect Northern Light view and experience, called the Arctic Hideaway. This spot is on a small island in the Arctic Circle of Northern Norway, near Bodø. The location offers a seaside sauna, a lookout tower, and occasionally, concert shows nearby.

One of the most popular places for the aurora hunters is the town of Tromsø. The historical town is known for its centuries-old wooden houses and the Arctic Cathedral. It's on a heritage island 300 km north of the Arctic Circle. During the winter, the area can usually see the Aurora Borealis at night. If you cannot catch a glimpse of the natural phenomenon from the town, you can still see it from the nearby Storsteinen mountain.

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