THE GREATEST LIGHT SHOW OVER EARTH

Exploring the Aurora Borealis

Since human kind first experienced the natural phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis their extraordinary beauty has mesmerised all who witness them. NASA has predicted that 2012 will see the strongest Northern Light activity in 50 years. Therefore this year is the best time to witness the aurora as the northern lights will be visible with the greatest intensity in half a century. So what is the Aurora Borealis, one of nature's wonders ?

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GREAT WAYS
We asked you, what is the best way to see the Northern Lights? Read and vote for your number one Northern light viewing experience.

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Have you experienced the Northern Lights somewhere special? Maybe with someone special? Either way, share your story here...

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DISCOVER BEST PLACES TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
To give yourself the best possible chance of experiencing the Northern Lights, experts recommend spending as long as you can above the Arctic Circle.

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Different experiences we have on offer ice hotel, husky sledging etc....

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NORTHERN LIGHTS ORCHESTRA
Formed in 2007, The Northern Light symphony orchestra performs a repertoire of composers born within the Northern Lights ( Aurors Borealis) region.

NORTHERN LIGHTS GALLERY

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