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A spectacular island is Isfjord, Longyearbyen. This island is surrounded o all sides with ice and glaciers. This is the second largest fjord of the Greenland Sea. If you are an adventurous sort then you will love to check out this place. Imagine yourself standing amidst the wide expanse of solid ice and witnessing the beauty of this place. Everywhere you look there is whiteness and sparkle. This island in the Arctic Ocean is located in the midway between Norway and North Pole. The Isfjord, Longyearbyen also comprise of a national park. This settlement provides you with the perfect opportunity to explore the beauty of the surrounding areas of Longyearbyen
The north of Isfjord, Longyearbyen is partly covered by glaciers and the southern side has the fjord in steep-sided tabular hills. In this fjord are the two principal settlements on the island, Longyearbyen and Barentsburg. The island is 105 kilometers long and about 32 kilometers wide. You can avail boat tours to go around this inlet. Get some pictures of this place if you can. The sailing tours are available for day time. The summers are probably the best time to explore this place. Isfjord, Longyearbyen will also enable you to check out the town itself. The historical places, churches and the galleries will keep you busy. Barentsburg is another place that is worth your visit.
Theses towns will introduce you to local handicrafts and their culture. If you want you can also go for shopping. Several tourist items are sold by the shops. You can buy them as souvenirs. The best part of these places is Isfjord, Longyearbyen. The scenic beauty of the inlet is unforgettable.
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