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Catching the Northern Lights
Winter is just about over and with its passing, so too will disappear the Northern Lights.
I’ve never actually seen the aurora borealis, but from what I hear, the sky lights up with shimmery iridescence that’s absolutely breathtaking.
The result of electrical discharge in the upper atmosphere, the Northern Lights can only be seen, as you might suspect, in the North. The upper reaches of Scandinavia and Alaska offer some of the best viewing opportunities. Interested in checking it out yourself but intimidated by the phrase Arctic Circle? A recent article in Budget Travel tackles the logistics of venturing so far north for this event. It’s easier than you might expect.
But be warned, Northern Light sightings are a hit-or-miss endeavor that depend upon fickle atmospheric conditions and an absent cloud cover. The good news is that if you miss this amazing display of nature’s fireworks, you can always go back next year. Unlike a solar eclipse, this is one of nature’s annual events.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Joanne Mar 23rd 2006 4:14PM
I'm located in (Southern)Canada, and every now and then we are lucky enough to see them. Simply breathtaking!
torekimi Mar 23rd 2006 9:24PM
Obviously you can only see the Northern Lights in the north but isn't there something similar (aurora australis) in the south?
andrew sweeney Mar 31st 2006 5:34PM
during the 1940's i was a young boy living in northern new jersey. i recall vividly experiencing my one and only aurora. do you have any info re how i can find the details of this event? thanks: andy
RennyBA Apr 6th 2006 5:53PM
I came to you're blog by seaching for Nothern Lights. Have a look at my blog to see where it comes from: The Arctic Gateway in Norway:-)