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Finland

Visitors to Finland have a good chance of seeing the impressive northern lights. Local guides are ready to assist those interested and take travelers to the best spots where they can spend hours gazing at the sky and marveling at the unforgettable show. The best place to see the northern lights is in Lapland, the coldest region of the country. Here, tourists can spend the night in glass igloos under the starry sky.

Iceland

According to experts, Iceland is the most popular place to see the aurora borealis. For the trip, tourists need to book a flight to Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland. September, October, February, and March are considered the best months to travel. However, Iceland has a lot to offer in other months as well. Travelers will be delighted by its variety of attractions, including breathtaking waterfalls and healing hot springs.

Alaska (USA)

Another unique place that offers the best views of the northern lights is Alaska, the US. In the natural center of Eagle River, surrounded by mighty cliffs and ancient forests, the chances of seeing them increase. Special tours from Anchorage to the Arctic Circle are popular here. The more adventurous can travel by dog sled or snowmobile. A week-long tour on a snow train can be an unforgettable experience, allowing tourists to enjoy Alaska's winter landscapes.

Canada

A trip to Alaska pairs well with a visit to Canada, as there is also a good chance of seeing the northern lights. In fact, Yellowknife, the capital of Canada's Northwest Territories, is often called the Aurora Capital. Travelers can enjoy fantastic views and an enchanting starry sky. A unique feature of the Canadian territory is that the northern lights can be seen from the southern provinces of the country.

Norway

The Norwegian city of Tromsø is the starting point for visiting the dense forests and lake landscapes of Lapland. From here, tourist routes lead to areas where the northern lights are best seen. Traveling along the Norwegian coast to North Cape or taking a tour around the Lofoten Islands, tourists have a better chance of seeing the northern lights. In Tromsø, visitors will never get tired of participating in the many festivals dedicated to this unique natural phenomenon. Such festivals are usually held in January and February.

Scotland

The Scottish islands in the North Atlantic round out the top 6 places to see the northern lights. These islands and Nunivak Island in Alaska are located on the same latitude. Here, travelers can enjoy the aurora. The Scots call the aurora borealis the Mirrie Dancers. The chances of seeing them increase significantly as you move north in the country. On a clear day, the northern lights can be seen all over Scotland. However, the best place to see them is on the island of Caithness, in the far north, 250 miles from Edinburgh airport.