5 spots on Earth where the sun doesn't rise in the winter.

Some locations on Earth experience the sun playing hide-and-seek, plunging landscapes into a protracted, magical darkness as winter wraps around the globe.

These areas, which are well-known for having arctic evenings, provide a singular and fantastical experience. The twilight-washed landscapes and the dancing Northern Lights create an ethereal painting that captivates both locals and daring visitors.

On the other hand, certain regions experience the midnight sun in the summer, when the sun is visible for a prolonged amount of time, producing the illusion of constant daylight.

Come with me as we set out to explore the locations where the sun never rises in the winter.

Norway's Svalbard

Situated in the Arctic Circle, the archipelago of Svalbard endures a prolonged period of polar night, spanning multiple weeks. In Longyearbyen, the capital, the sun sets in late October and doesn't rise again until mid-February, resulting in a lengthy twilight. Against a backdrop of snow-covered landscapes, visitors have the unique opportunity to observe the enchanting interaction of starlight and the Northern Lights.

USA: Barrow, Alaska

Barrow, Alaska (today called Utqiaġvik), is one of the world's northernmost cities and has long winter nights. The community experiences a captivating arctic night as the sun sets between late November and late January.

Russia's Murmansk

Over 40 days throughout the winter, the Russian city of Murmansk, which is located above the Arctic Circle, experiences polar nights. In early December and late January, locals see the sun peeking over the horizon but not rising fully. Murmansk is alive with festivals and activities honoring the ethereal atmosphere of the polar night, even with its limited sunshine.

Greenland's Nuuk

Polar nights are experienced in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, from early December until late January. The city is enveloped in an extended twilight during this time, providing a rare opportunity to see the Aurora Borealis dance over the snow-covered countryside and a strange backdrop for winter sports.

Finland's Lapland

During the height of winter, the sun may not rise above the horizon in the northernmost regions of Finland, such as Lapland, for several weeks. This happens because Finland is situated inside the Arctic Circle, an area where the polar night phenomenon is caused by the Earth's axial tilt.