7 Best Places in the World to See the Northern Lights

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6Abisko, Sweden

Tucked away in the Swedish Lapland, Abisko is a small village that boasts some of the clearest and darkest skies in Europe, making it a prime location for Northern Lights enthusiasts.

The Abisko National Park, surrounding the village, acts as a natural shield against cloud cover, increasing the chances of witnessing the auroras. The Aurora Sky Station atop Mount Nuolja provides a spectacular vantage point, and visitors can take part in guided tours or explore the wilderness on snowmobiles.