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Chasing the polar night: the best places to experience days without sun

Life and leisure in the dead of winter

Chasing the polar night: the best places to experience days without sun
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10/11/2026 09:00 ‧ 56 minutes ago | StarsInsider

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Winter

Imagine waking up, eating, going to work, and spending all your time with the knowledge that the sun won’t appear today, or tomorrow, or for the next few months! That’s the polar night, a remarkable winter phenomenon experienced in Earth’s northernmost and southernmost regions.

From Norway’s snowy landscapes to the remote wilderness of Siberia, these destinations offer a completely different way to experience winter.

Curious to see the best places in the world where you can experience life without the sun? Read on to discover them.

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