Daily Life in the World's Northernmost Town (24 hours of darkness)
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Episode 860 | Filmed January 2023 | #Longyearbyen , Svalbard
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a Week in My Life in the Northernmost Town | Longyearbyen, Svalbard
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It's the darkest polar night, YAY! Welcome to a week in my life in the World's Northernmost Town, Longyearbyen. I do regular things at home, take Grim for a walk, show you more parts of the village like when I go to get my hair cut, it is also my birthday! So we head out to dinner with our friends, lots of fun things. I hope you enjoy this video, thank you for being here! ????☕️
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What's life like in the World's Northernmost Town?! | Longyearbyen | SVALBARD
Showing you what life is like in Longyearbyen, the world's northernmost town! My name is Cecilia and I have lived here for 4.5 years! I often get questions what life is like here, so I thought I would make a video about it :) This is part 1, so stay tuned for more videos about Longyearbyen!
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0:00 Svalbard, an island close to the North Pole
04:43 Why do we have 4 months of polar night
06:07 Where am I from originally?
07:05 My previous career
09:41 My previous jobs on Svalbard
12:30 Is it possible to move to Svalbard?
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15:24 The best jacket for winter
18:52 Polar Bear nearby not too long ago
20:26 Polar Bear protection
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LONGYEARBYEN SVALBARD | Highlights of the Northernmost Town in the World
Have you ever seen the sun in Svalbard? It is unlike anything I've ever seen before - it was hovering just above the hills, moving sideways, before it finally set above those same hills.
There are several things to do in Svalbard. Exploration in Longyearbyen, Svalbard is very interesting.
Start at the Svalbard Church, which is open 24 hours. It is a welcoming and warm place to worship and to congregate. There's a stuffed polar bear inside - one of a few stuffed Svalbard polar bears in many places around Longyearbyen.
Another highlight of Svalbard is the Svalbard Museum. Here, you can learn more about the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, as well more about the history and nature of Svalbard. I learn a few things about whaling in Svalbard (a cruel practice, in my opinion).
The Svalbard Seed Vault is not open to the public; however, they are planning on opening a visitor's center in a few years. It is not officially announced yet!
I managed to check out the famous Svalbard Polar Bear sign, which designates the limit on where you are supposed to be safe from polar bear attacks. Beyond this point, you will have to carry a polar bear rifle for protection!
I'm sure that there are other things to see in Svalbard, so please let us know in the comments below if we missed anything.
Next vlog, we will explore what and where to eat in Svalbard!
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8 Places on Earth Where the Sun Never Sets | Midnight Sun Countries
There are several places on Earth where the sun never sets, also known as the Land of the Midnight Sun. These are located in the polar regions, where the sun remains above the horizon for at least 24 hours during the summer solstice. Here are eight countries where you can experience the phenomenon of the Midnight Sun:
1. Norway: In Norway, the midnight sun can be seen in the northern parts of the country, including Svalbard, Tromsø, and the North Cape. The sun never sets between late May and late July.
2. Finland: In Finland, the midnight sun can be seen in the northern regions, including Lapland, from early June to early July.
3. Sweden: The northern parts of Sweden, including the city of Kiruna, experience the midnight sun from early June to mid-July.
4. Russia: The Arctic regions of Russia, including Murmansk, experience the midnight sun from early June to early July.
5.Canada: In Canada, the midnight sun can be seen in the northern parts of the country, including the Yukon and Northwest Territories. It can be seen from late May to mid-July.
6.Greenland: In Greenland, the midnight sun can be seen in the northern parts of the country, including the town of Qaanaaq. It can be seen from late April to late August.
7. Iceland: Iceland experiences the midnight sun from late May to mid-July, and it can be seen in the northern parts of the country, including the town of Akureyri.
8. United States: In the state of Alaska, the midnight sun can be seen in the northern regions, including Barrow and Utqiagvik, from late May to late July.
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Cecilia Blomdahl is originally from Sweden and moved to Svalbard 8 years ago. She works as a photographer and videographer in Longyearbyen, and with her social media channels. Check her out on tiktok and instagram under her handle @sejsejlija! Here on youtube she posts videos about her daily life in her cabin with her boyfriend Christoffer and her dog Grim, living just outside of Longyearbyen. Subscribe for videos about her daily life as well as adventures on an island close to the North Pole. They have polar bears there!
The Northernmost Town in the World: Ny-Ålesund - SPITSBERGEN/SVALBARD
Ny-Ålesund is a research town on the island of Spitsbergen in Svalbard (Norway). It is the northernmost inhabited place on Earth with an around the year population of only 30-35.
Getting in as a traveler is tricky as you need permission to do so from the town itself. My friend William (Electrician of the town) invited me to come see him there and he is the one who showed me around and took me out of town on a cabin trip I will never forget. Nature around the town is unique, impressive and very inspiring. I could not keep my camera off for more than 5 minutes and captured many hundreds of shots that I edited into this video!
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The Northernmost Town On Earth? (it's also visa-free) | Svalbard | Longyearbyen
Could you live at the northern tip of Earth?
In the first of our Svalbard mini-series, we take you along to the northernmost inhabited settlement, to meet some of the inspiring locals that call this island home. Join us as we explore the curious landscape, learn about some resilient local legends and keep an eye out for the famous Svalbard polar bears. We take you on a tour of Mary-Ann Polarrigg hotel, and visit the most northern brewery in the world.
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Join an unforgettable journey to the world's northernmost city, Longyearbyen in Svalbard - where the Arctic sun never sets during summer and the polar night engulfs the city in darkness during winter. I explore this unique place before setting off on an expedition into the Arctic wilderness.
00:00 - 4:00: Morning walk around Longyearbyen
4:00 - 6:01: Longyearbyen downtown
6:01 - 7:30: Eating at Kroa
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Welcome to another exciting video on FascinatingFactsWorld! Today, join us as we delve into the captivating world of Svalbard, the northernmost inhabited place in the world, and uncover some truly fascinating facts about this unique Arctic archipelago.
From its stunning landscapes to its intriguing wildlife and rich history, Svalbard has so much to offer. Discover why this remote region is a haven for polar bears and how it is home to the Global Seed Vault.
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