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1. Norway – The Land of the Midnight Sun | In Norway, particularly above the Arctic Circle, the sun doesn’t set for weeks during summer, creating the world-famous “Midnight Sun.” Tromso and Svalbard are among the best places to experience this. Travelers can enjoy activities like midnight hiking, kayaking, and fjord cruises under an endless sky. (Image: Canva)
2 / 82. Iceland – Nights that Turn into Days | Summer in Iceland brings nearly 24 hours of daylight, especially in June. Conversely, winter nights are long and dark, offering the perfect canvas for the Northern Lights. This contrast makes Iceland a year-round destination for adventure and photography enthusiasts. (Image: Canva)
3 / 83. Sweden – Golden Skies for Months | In northern Sweden, the sun stays up for around 56 days in summer. Kiruna, the country’s northernmost town, is a hotspot to witness the midnight sun. Winter flips the scene with long nights that last weeks, ideal for snow safaris and husky sledding under starlit skies. (Image: Canva)
4 / 84. Finland – Sunlit Summers and Polar Nights | In Lapland, summer days stretch endlessly with 24 hours of sunshine for over two months. In contrast, the region’s “Kaamos” period in winter means weeks of darkness. This makes Finland a destination of extremes, drawing both summer hikers and winter aurora chasers. (Image: Canva)
5 / 85. Russia – Endless Days in the North | Russia’s Murmansk, located above the Arctic Circle, enjoys about 62 days of continuous daylight each summer. Winter, however, brings equally long polar nights. These extremes allow travelers to enjoy unique experiences, from fishing under the midnight sun to stargazing in the deep cold. (Image: Canva)
6 / 86. Canada – Arctic Days and Starry Nights | Northern parts of Canada, particularly Nunavut and Yukon, experience weeks of daylight in summer. According to the Canadian Tourism Commission, these regions also face long, freezing nights in winter. The contrast makes Canada one of the best places to enjoy both bright wilderness adventures and magical aurora views. (Image: Canva)
7 / 87. Greenland – The Brightest and the Darkest | Greenland’s location near the Arctic Circle means that its capital Nuuk and northern towns experience extreme day-night cycles. In summer, visitors can hike glaciers under the midnight sun, while in winter, the long polar nights create a dramatic backdrop for aurora sightings and Inuit cultural experiences. (Image: Canva)
8 / 88. Antarctica – Six Months of Day, Six Months of Night | Although not a country, Antarctica deserves mention. Here, daylight can last for six continuous months, followed by half a year of darkness. Research stations welcome limited visitors who can witness either the surreal endless daylight of the austral summer or the profound darkness of polar winter. (Image: Canva)
