6 Places On Earth Where The Sun Never Sets

Earth is one of the most beautiful creations of god. It is the only planet where life and almost everything else is possible. On this gorgeous planet, our routine revolves around 24 hours a day. Out of these 24 hours, 12 hours are for the daylight full of sunshine and the remaining is of course the nighttime. However, can you imagine there are places across the world where the sun never sets? That too for almost about 70 days?

Yes, you are reading it right. Imagine how astoundingly confusing it’d be for people living in such places where there is no sunset for straight 70 days! Sounds unbelievable? Well, fret not, because we are here to tell you about such stunning places on earth.

Here is a list of 6 stunning places on earth where the sun never sets.

1. Norway

Norway is a country that belongs to northern Europe and is situated in the Arctic Circle. This is one of those stunning places where from May to late July (almost 76 days), the sun actually never sets. Therefore, the place is often referred to as the Land of the Midnight Sun. In the Svalbard region of Norway, the sun shines continuously from April 10 to August 23. Interestingly, it is the northernmost region of Europe. Do visit this place if you wish to enjoy the daylight to its maximum level!

2. Nunavut, Canada

The next place to feature on our list is Nunavut, Canada. Nunavut is located in the Northwest Territories of Canada which is around two degrees above the Arctic Circle. What is interesting to note is that here the sun shines for straight 2 months. However, during winter this place is full of darkness with no sunlight for about 30 days. How astounding is this?

3. Iceland

Iceland is one of the largest islands in Europe where there are 24 hours of daylight. During summers, nights are clear in Iceland, however, during the month of June, the sun actually never sets. To witness the midnight sun here is one of the most beautiful experiences ever! If you wish to see that you must visit the city of Akureyri and Grimsey Island in the Arctic Circle.

4. Barrow, Alaska

Alaska is one of the most gorgeous places that one can visit during summer and even winter time. From late May to late July, the sun never sets in this region. However, it is soon compensated when the whole of November is covered in complete darkness.

5. Finland

An interesting fact about Finland is that, here, people sleep less in summer, and more during winter. Why? Because during summer this place is full of sunshine for about 73 days straight! However, during winter there is no sun at all. Skiing and staying in igloos is one of the most fun experiences in this gorgeous place.

6. Sweden

Sweden is one special country that sees the sun setting around midnight and rising at around 4 AM in the country. It is said that in Sweden, constant sunshine might last for up to six months of a year. Therefore, people indulge themselves in plenty of fun and adventurous activities. Golfing, fishing, and exploring trekking trails are to name a few of them.

Have you ever visited these places? How was your experience? Do tell us via the comments below.