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Visit Greenland GREENLAND
As the biggest island in the world with one of the lowest population densities, Greenland offers some of the most pristine scenery imaginable. Whether you’re a hiker, kayaker, whale-watcher, skier, dogsledder or all-round nature-enthusiast, you’ll find your ultimate adventure in the Arctic. Greenland’s vast size results in a staggering variety of offerings across its different regions. North Greenland is the land of the midnight
sun and dog-sledding, with a cornucopia of Arctic experiences, including giant icebergs and the Ilulissat Iceford, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Iceford is rich in diverse wildlife, and is where massive icebergs calve from one the world’s fastest flowing glaciers. A bit further south, you’ll find the wonders
of Disko Bay. From the otherworldly volcanic rocks along the hiking trails on the island of Qeqertarsuaq and dog-sledding on the Lyngmark Glacier, to spotting whales in the bay, the region is teeming with bucket-list experiences. The Arctic Circle is home to many wonders, including Aasivissuit — Nipisat, an ancient Inuit
hunting ground that’s now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region also features the only road to the Ice Cap, the famous Arctic Circle Hiking Trail, the tough Arctic Circle Race, unspoiled river angling in remote mountain valleys, and top-notch heliskiing around the Eternity Fjord. Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, is an Arctic
metropolis with a small-town feel, shaped by nature and known for its cultural diversity. The rest of southern Greenland is a land of jagged mountains and green pastures where sheep farms border ice fords and UNESCO-acknowledged Norse settlement history intersects with modern Greenlandic fishing and hunting communities. East Greenland is just a short flight from Iceland
but its culture and landscapes feel like a world away. In a land dominated by the Ice Cap and impossibly steep mountain ranges, 3,500 people have made their home. East Greenlandic culture is rooted in myths and legends, often expressed in bone and rock carvings, while at the same time being a globally connected culture with strong hunting roots and a pervasive spirit of adventure.
Don’t miss Sample the culinary offerings that are sourced from the unique natural environment of Greenland’s sea and land
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KEY ACTIVITES • Three UNESCO world heritage sites • Norse historic sites • Whale watching • Skiing • Hiking • Hot springs • Fjord kyaking
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IMAGES: EREZ MAROM; STINE SELMER ANDERSEN; PETER LINDSTROM
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