Geographically Greenland is closer to North America; it is located east of northern Canada. Politically Greenland is a part of Europe. Greenland needs no introduction, famous for the steep, stony mountains crowned with glaciers, numerous icebergs and polar bears. Ice covered Greenland’s main attraction is its unpolluted and unspoiled nature.
Outdoorsy travelers make repeated visit to Greenland for its Viking ruins, mountain walks, dog sledding, mountain climbing, cross-country skiing, hunting, fishing, Inuit culture, icebergs, glaciers, artic flora and wide variety of wild life including the polar bears, whales, reindeer and whales. With the beautiful fjords surrounded by snow capped mountains and glaciers, the highest peak in Greenland is something, which you’ll cherish forever.
Greenland coast borders the Disko Bay area, the main features offer at bay are the seaside scenery and attractive mountains. With full of opportunities abound, outdoorsy travelers couldn’t find much better place than the Disko Bay. Ilulissat Fjord is the main attraction of the area, with the world's busiest calving glacier; coming to this place is worth spending time.
Get immersed in fascinating Inuit culture at Kangerlussuaq. With weather permitting, the Midnight Sun, fill up your memory experiencing the spectacular icebergs or watching the unique Arctic flora, numerous species of whales and seals. Kangerlussuaq is a home for an abundant bird life such as the white-tailed eagle. Sisimiut, with a population of 5,200 is the second largest town in Greenland. Fishing is the main trade here; you’ll see large fleet of trawlers, fish factory and a shipyard. With fantastic views of the town, sea and mountains, on the west coast of Greenland this southernmost town lies at the foot of a steep hill. For more added adventure go for a stroll or an optional excursions. Museum, old city town and the oldest wooden church are worth seeing.
Qeqertarsuaq, the largest island along the Greenland coast is a must visit. Walk along the small fishing and hunting town and cherish the wonderful surroundings at the foot of the impressive Basalt Mountains. Place at the foot of the heart-shaped mountain Uummannaq have the magnificent church and the old-turfed house to see. Optional excursion to Qilakitsoq will take you to the famous graves of the 500-year-old mummies.Greenland offers popular activities including sea kayaking, glacier climbing, mountaineering, hiking, boat trips, cross-country skiing.
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