10 Things You Must Do in Greenland

Known through the indigenous people of Greenland as the Kalaallit Nunaat or "land of the human beings" in their local Inuit language (Eskimo), Greenland is the most important island in the World, but it counts only 57,000 inhabitants. This island lies between the Arctic and the Atlantic Oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, and most part of the island north of the Arctic Circle.

 

The Viking, Eric the Red., gave the name Greenland to the island more than one thousand years. Four hundred people were used to colonize the island. Their first Viking ship arrived in 986 in what's now the Ericsfjord, close to Narssarssuarq. This is where started the first settlement.

 

More than 1 / 4 of Greenland is covered by perpetual glaciers that reach as much as 30,000 feet [8,000 m] deep. Viewed from a bird's eye view, Greenland seems very similar to the North Pole, white and cold.

 

In Greenland you will find a peaceful location, so quiet that you cannot even imagine you can find a place like this. The splendor of the country, the geyers and the stunning mountains enchant an increasing variety of travelers who need to breathe sparkling Arctic air and see arctic foxes.

 

Nuuk is the capital of Greenland and is positioned in a stunning fjord at the west side of the island with Mount Serermistiaq. A awesome mix of nature and culture may be observed in Nuuk, with its wealthy cultural health, charming surroundings and thriving wildlife. The Snow Festival is held right here in March and April.

 

Known for its lush inexperienced hills, South Greenland is a visitor must see place with beautiful scenery and the historical Viking ruins. The neighborhood inhabitants on this a part of the Greenland are specially pleasant to everyone.

 

Located in the stunning East part of Greenland, Ammassalik is frequently mentioned as one of the most stunning placed on this island. Exciting hikes may be organized from the village, as well as natural walking and an iceberg cruise.

 

On the japanese island of Ammassalik there is a small village known as Kulusuk, where the Inuit looking way of life remains common and is a primary supply of life. Kulusuk Airport is the best worldwide airport in the east part of Greenland, and the Kulusuk Hotel is a suggestive place where to stay.

 

A short vacation in Greenland is frequently added to a Scandinavian trip. One of the best way to discover Greenland is to sail, and it is the perfect way to discover this place in summer, when the ice is damaged by the higher temperatures and it will allow the ships to sail and discover all the enchanting environment of this island.

If you haven't decided yet to take that journey to Greenland, you should start to consider this fantastic opportunity now. In fact, according to some scientific studied it seems that the ice is melting and you might miss the opportunity to see all the wonderful white ice surrounding you, during your trip.

Here you can find 10 more reasons to plan a trip in Greenland. 

 

1. Snow Photo Festival 

This is an annual festival attended by locals and foreigners. Here, you'll see a lovely exhibition of spectacular sculptures. You will be surprised of all the beautiful sculptures you will see here and you will find many spot to take a picture of.

  

2. Greenland Tours 

Greenland is a place to explore completely, so you can plan to take part in an organized tour that will guide you towards all the marvelous cities of this land, such as Kangerlussuag and Ilulissat.

3. National Museum 

National Museum is one place that you should not miss during your visit in Greenland and, actually it is a place that it is mentioned in every organizes program. Here there are evidences of primitive humans and the tools that they were using during that time.

4. Qaqortoq 

This place is located in the southern  part of Greenland. Here you will find many building fully decorated as well as the mini Eskimo Museum. 

 

5. Dog sleds 

In Greenland is absolutely to try the dog sleds, or, if you feel more comfortable on the ski, you should give you a try on the Greenland snow.

6. Walking and mountain climbing 

One of the pleasant trekking trails you could enjoy is in the mountains of Greenland. The pleasant location called Ice Cap. However, you should always be informed of all the possible dangers and prefer to have a pleasant day there with a local guide. 

 

7. Old Town Museum 

This is located in Upernavik, a city that is known to be the one with the nicest weather in all the Greenland. In this museum you will find many tools that belong to the primitive age and also the exposition of some clothes that are from the same age. 

8. Disko Bay 

Here you can see one of the biggest glacier ever, with a weight of more than 6 million of tons, you will be surprised of being in front of an ice mountain! One of the maximum amazing surroundings you could see right here or possibly everywhere in global is the sun rays touching the glaciers and illuminating them, by creating an amazing glittering effect.

9. Musk ox and different animals 

After the polar bears, visitors come here to this icy land to look the musk oxen. You also can see in Greenland some Santa reindeer and walruses. Whales also are numerous, which include the huge white whales.

10. Polar Bears 

The polar bears are one of the biggest attraction here in Greenland. Everyone comes here to meet these amazing animals and to see them by their eyes. You are used to see them in the television, but the feeling you will have when you will meet one of them at a short distance from you, it is completely different and it will give you a remembrance that will be always with you.