Photo of the Day ~ A Glimpse Of Barrow Alaska
The Sun Going To Bed For A Long Winter's Nap
This may be the "Land of the Midnight Sun" in summer, but it takes an equally long nap in the winter.
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This month, the sun will set on Barrow, Alaska and remain below the horizon for 65 days.
Barrow has a population of about 4,000 and is the northernmost town in the United States. The average high temperature remains below zero from December through March in Barrow.
The town is extremely isolated, surrounded by wilderness tundra and not accessible by road.
Many people in Barrow, including the significant population of Alaska Natives, rely on the Arctic Ocean for subsistence.
But Barrow is also home to several research facilities that bring in jobs, and oil and gas tax revenues allow the town to enjoy modern conveniences such as running water, sewers, and a health clinic.
People who live there say they enjoy the community and culture that's unique to their town.
Documentary series "One Square Mile" visited Barrow in 2012 to give outsiders an idea of what life is like in a polar climate 320 miles north of the Arctic Circle.
It's a very interesting sub culture of the Alaska area within the Arctic circle.
People sound unique and lovely up there @pshowbiz living in South Africa I don't know how I would react not seeing the sun for so long, a couple of days and rain and we already complaining.
Perhaps we should all spend one full year in another persons environment to know how it feels. The smaller town sounds quaint. Loved your detailed comment.
Thanks for the feel of what is to be for the next few months @exploretraveler
It's too cold cold for us, but we can visit for food, cheer and photo's.
Nice picture
Wow, some ecstatic photos. It's pleasing to end the day this way. Thank You @exploretraveler. Giving this post a well-deserved nice shout out. Keep posting such amazing posts and helping people have some positive energy and good cherishable moments.
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wow very very nice
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Nice!
Beautiful sky, a perfect shot. :)
Thank you very much @taica
wonderfull photo my friend 💕
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Thank you @nomishiekh
The Winter is coming!!!
Started already
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