【Fever Photography Travel】You don’t have to go to Iceland to chase the Northern Lights!

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“The Aurora Borealis is arguably one of the must-see astronomical phenomena in a lifetime, and the awe-inspiring experience of seeing it live is truly unforgettable.”

No matter how many great attractions this world has, the Aurora Borealis, no matter where it appears, shines just like a firefly in the darkness—utterly unique. The breathtaking moment when you witness the Northern Lights with your own eyes, as the entire night sky shifts and changes colors, is simply an unforgettable experience of a lifetime.

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CanadaYellowknifeOn average, you have a chance to see the Northern Lights here for 240 days a year, but the weather is rather cold, so be sure to pack warm clothing.

If you’re planning to chase the Northern Lights, the most talked-about destination this year is definitelyIceland, followed byFinland. But actually, locations in the Northern Hemisphere such asnorthernBritain,Ireland,Germany, andEstoniaalso have chances to witness this year’s auroras. And on the other side of the globe,Canada’sYellowknifeandAlaska

in the United States are also places with fairly high aurora activity!How spectacular are the Northern Lights in Yellowknife? You can find out on our Fever Photography Travel channel!

AndAlaskain the United States is also a great choice for aurora hunting. In Fairbanks, the state's second-largest city, there are opportunities to see the northern lights on over 200 days each year. While Alaska offers views of snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and ice fields, Fairbanks has more cabin villages, so you can decide where to go based on your preferences for photography.

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And why do auroras come in different colors? Why do they occur? You might want to check out the popular travel photography expertQiu Zihu's recent sharing article to learn more about the science of the aurora.

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