Experience Earth's Extreme Light Cycles: Where Sun Never Sets or Rises
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Moneycontrol•30-01-2026, 15:53
Experience Earth's Extreme Light Cycles: Where Sun Never Sets or Rises
- •Explore nine unique destinations near Earth's poles where daylight patterns defy the norm due to the planet's axial tilt.
- •Witness the 'midnight sun' in summer, where the sun remains visible for weeks, allowing for round-the-clock activities like hiking and kayaking.
- •Experience the 'polar night' in winter, characterized by months of darkness, often illuminated by moonlight, snow-glow, and spectacular aurora displays.
- •Destinations include Tromsø, Svalbard, Reykjavik, Utqiaġvik, Rovaniemi, Murmansk, Ilulissat, and the Antarctic Peninsula, each offering distinct experiences.
- •Plan trips around summer solstice for midnight sun (June in Arctic, December in Antarctic) or winter solstice for polar night (December in Arctic, June in Antarctic).
Why It Matters: Discover Earth's polar regions where extreme light cycles create surreal, unforgettable travel experiences.
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