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Here's a challenge. Stop for a moment, don't say a word, don't make any noise. And now listen. What do you hear? Isn't it noisy all around? The cars driving on the streets, your neighbors fixing their furniture, somebody's walking in the staircase. A motorbike, far away. If you listen closely, you'll realize that there's so much noise surrounding us, noise that we make. Natural sounds have been replaced by human created noises, a bird's song by a car engine, the sound of the wind, by a crackling motorbike. Can you name a place without any human created noises? I personally can't, at least not close by. I've been trying to find such a place for a while now. The mountains will always be a shelter from the loudness. And so is Norway. Natural sound is luxurious. It's something we don't get easily. You have to walk far to reach it. #nature #norway #geoleserfoto #northernorway #lyngenalps #snow #arctic #naturelover #outdoors #adventure #findingbalance #sunrise #mountains #mountain #love (at Lyngen Alps) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co5M2mvMQMZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#nature #norway #geoleserfoto #northernorway #lyngenalps #snow #arctic #naturelover #outdoors #adventure #findingbalance #sunrise #mountains #mountain #love

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Can you see the dragon's eye? Hiking in winter in Norway always comes with incredible views. #lyngenalps #norway #nature #winter #glacier #snow #hike #snowshoeing #snowshoe #norway #scandinavia #moon #naturelover #travel #geoleserfoto #hiking #adventure #astrophotography #mountaineering #mountains #love (at Lyngen Alps) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co2nF1Lsjoh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#lyngenalps #norway #nature #winter #glacier #snow #hike #snowshoeing #snowshoe #scandinavia #moon #naturelover #travel #geoleserfoto #hiking #adventure #astrophotography #mountaineering #mountains #love

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My date with a blue whale. Valentine's Day 2015. 8 years ago today. Some encounters will always make my heart beat faster. One of those moments that gave me a new perspective, that made me realize how small I am. Some might say, jumping alone into the ocean to swim with a blue whale is reckless and dangerous, and indeed, there's risk. I don't deny it. But if the reward is so incredible, who wouldn't dare to take the risk, to venture into the unknown and come back with experiences, so special. #bluewhale #srilanka #ocean #whale #diving #diver #adventures #adventure #travel #asia #explorer #island #sea #beautiful #love (at Sri Lanka) https://www.instagram.com/p/CopsE2OsJMX/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#bluewhale #srilanka #ocean #whale #diving #diver #adventures #adventure #travel #asia #explorer #island #sea #beautiful #love

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8 facts about climbing Triglav in winter 🙌 1. Climbing Triglav in winter with skis is challenging and strenuous. The ascend should only be done by experienced climbers and skiers. 2. The Krma valley is a popular starting point for climbing Triglav in winter with skis, as it offers good access to the mountain and the base of the ski routes. 3. The typical route from Krma valley to the top of Triglav involves ascending the mountain on skis and then switching to crampons and ice axes for the final ascent to the summit. 4. The hut at the base of Triglav is a popular place for climbers to spend the night before beginning their ascent. 5. The hut offers basic accommodation and food, but climbers should be prepared to bring their own sleeping bags and other necessary gear. 6. The weather on Triglav in winter can be unpredictable and extreme, with high winds, snow storms and freezing temperatures. 7. It's essential to have proper equipment including skis, crampons, ice axes, ropes and other safety equipment, as well as warm clothing and food. 8. Climbing Triglav in winter is a rewarding experience, offering stunning views of the Julian Alps and the chance to summit the highest peak in Slovenia without the crowds. About a year ago, I stood on top of Slovenia after a challenging climb. There were no other people on the summit. Photo taken by the incredible @markoprezelj #travel #nature #photography #travelphotography #love #mountaineer #triglav #mountaineering #beautiful #art #naturephotography #arctic #wanderlust #happy #adventure #instatravel #slovenia #winterclimb #snow #winter #mountains #crampons #backcountryskiing #sloveniatravel #mountain (at Triglav) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnm9ETVsExe/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#travel #nature #photography #travelphotography #love #mountaineer #triglav #mountaineering #beautiful #art #naturephotography #arctic #wanderlust #happy #adventure #instatravel #slovenia #winterclimb #snow #winter #mountains #crampons #backcountryskiing #sloveniatravel #mountain

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Svalbard, an archipelago located in the Arctic Ocean, is a true wonder of nature. Its rugged landscapes and pristine wilderness offer a glimpse into a world untouched by human development. The glaciers, fjords, and tundra are home to a diverse array of wildlife, including polar bears, arctic foxes, and reindeer. The midnight sun during summer and the magical auroras during winter make it a unique destination for adventure-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. Svalbard serves as a reminder of the beauty and fragility of our planet and the importance of protecting it. Let Svalbard inspire you to explore, appreciate and protect the natural world. #travel #nature #photography #travelphotography #love #svalbard #spitzbergen #longyearbyen #beautiful #art #naturephotography #arctic #wanderlust #happy #adventure #instatravel #northernnorway #northernlights #snow #winter #mountains #polarnight #northpole #norway #love (at Svalbard and Jan Mayen) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnkckMhsjKs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#travel #nature #photography #travelphotography #love #svalbard #spitzbergen #longyearbyen #beautiful #art #naturephotography #arctic #wanderlust #happy #adventure #instatravel #northernnorway #northernlights #snow #winter #mountains #polarnight #northpole #norway

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Why visit Svalbard in winter? When you could go to a tropical beach or all inclusive ski resort for like half the price? I received this particular question pretty often. What if I told you, Svalbard in winter is a place of pure exploration. Where the chaos of the arctic storms meets the calmness of the polar nights, while the bright colors of the auroras dance in the skies above. What if I told you, Svalbard in winter is a place of contrasts. Where the cold of the north meets the warmth of people welcoming you. What if I told you, Svalbard in winter is an experience, so extraordinary, it can't be compared to anything you've ever seen before. Where the soft blanket of fresh snow meets the rocky and harsh mountains around. Would you still ask me, why I decided to go there? Or would you reconsider going to a warm place yet again? Thanks so much for being my photo model @felix_irving 😸🙌 #svalbard #longyearbyen #spitzbergen #norway #northernnorway #polarnight #norwaytravel #travel #arctic #northernlights #adventure #love (at Svalbard and Jan Mayen) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnfDgLXMaqF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#svalbard #longyearbyen #spitzbergen #norway #northernnorway #polarnight #norwaytravel #travel #arctic #northernlights #adventure #love

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Svalbard, 78 degrees north, is the world most northern inhabitant area. Arctic foxes, reindeer and polar bears roam the archipelago. During winter, the northern lights can be seen all day. It's an incredible place. #svalbard #norway #arctic #northpole #norwaytravel #adventuretravel #spitzbergen #northernlights #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love (at Svalbard and Jan Mayen) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmyJt_WsNFl/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#svalbard #norway #arctic #northpole #norwaytravel #adventuretravel #spitzbergen #northernlights #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love

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An interesting fact about Svalbard is, that the polar bear populations is larger than the number of human inhabitants. While around 3000 polar bears roam the archipelago, only 2500 people call Svalbard their home. We decide to venture out another time. Soon after the city lights vanished in the distance, the northern lights started to dance in the skies above. #svalbard #norway #longyearbyen #arctic #northpole #northernlights #spitzbergen #hike #aurora #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love (at Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Spitzbergen, Norway) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cmw8X98s6rx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#svalbard #norway #longyearbyen #arctic #northpole #northernlights #spitzbergen #hike #aurora #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love

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Adventurous days in Longyearbyen. As soon as you reach the city limits, warning signs indicate the possible presence of polar bears. The immense amount of snow makes the area appear so calm, but the Arctic is a harsh environment. Proper gear and experience is crucial if you decide to venture out and explore more of it. Any additional risks need to be avoided if possible, decisions have to be made in a very conservative way. We tried to hike to an abandoned coal mine, following no trails, straight uphill, but lost our way multiple times, despite having the tracks on the satellite phone. We decided to turn back. It snowed all day, at night it started to get stormy. Even though I can't tell there's any difference between morning and evening, it looks exactly the same. Time is a construct up here. #svalbard #norway #longyearbyen #arctic #northpole #norwaytravel #spitzbergen #hike #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love (at Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Spitzbergen, Norway) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmukIVXMOps/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#svalbard #norway #longyearbyen #arctic #northpole #norwaytravel #spitzbergen #hike #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love

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Leaving Tromsø on the way to Svalbard, the Arctic archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. Above the Arctic circle, the sun doesn't rise at all in winter. While Tromsø does get a bit of daylight at noon, the polar night dominantes Svalbard, with not a single ray of sun, not even twilight, all day. Time feels like it's nonexistent up here. It could be 10am, 12pm, 10pm, it all looks the same. While we look out of the plane window, we appreciate the small stretch of daylight in the distant horizon while headings towards the Arctic North. #svalbard #norway #tromsø #arctic #northpole #norwaytravel #spitzbergen #planewindow #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love (at Tromsø, Norway) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmtVsgesnya/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#svalbard #norway #tromsø #arctic #northpole #norwaytravel #spitzbergen #planewindow #snow #winter #arcticcircle #scandinavia #nature #mountains #explorer #love

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Trees in winter light. Hiking in Austria always is spectacular! The reflection of the blue sky on the snowy mountain slopes create an optical illusion of a blue sky with a white layer of fog above. #winter #tree #naturephotography #austria #carinthia #mountainlake #outdoors #naturelover #adventure #hike #nature #forest #beautiful #morninghike #snow #love (at Carinthia (state)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmW9j1HMCrp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#winter #tree #naturephotography #austria #carinthia #mountainlake #outdoors #naturelover #adventure #hike #nature #forest #beautiful #morninghike #snow #love

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Winter has finally arrived in southern Austria and it's incredibly beautiful 😍 #winter #lake #naturephotography #austria #carinthia #mountainlake #outdoors #naturelover #adventure #hike #nature #sunrise #beautiful #morninghike #snow #love (at Austria) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmRv3JpMMKa/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#winter #lake #naturephotography #austria #carinthia #mountainlake #outdoors #naturelover #adventure #hike #nature #sunrise #beautiful #morninghike #snow #love

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An unique opportunity to see what an African mine looks from the inside. After returning from an expedition in the mountains of Uganda, a local showed me around the large, abandoned mine. The plant covered a huge area right at the entrance of the national park. The mine looked rough, not maintained, polluted. It was abandoned, yet that fact didn't appear to have a big impact on the general condition of the place. All workers in mines like that need our utmost attention. They require fair and safe working conditions. Along with strong laws to protect the surrounding landscapes. Africa is a continent which offers a lot of biodiversity, unspoiled places and amazing nature, in addition to wonderful people. Those places need to stay the way they are, untouched and beautiful. I've wrote a new blog post about the unique visit in the mine and my experiences in the area. 👉 Link in Bio. #uganda #africa #coppermine #mine #congo #environment #mining #exploring #travelwriter #travelblog #adventure #love (at Uganda, Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClRhD-MMBWx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#uganda #africa #coppermine #mine #congo #environment #mining #exploring #travelwriter #travelblog #adventure #love

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Inside an African Copper Mine

Entering an abandoned copper mine in an area which was struck by flooding some years ago.

Kilembe main road Copper mine Area around the mine Time to read: 15min. I had just returned from a long and exhausting high altitude expedition in the Rwenzori mountains, climbing three 5000m peaks in Uganda and DR Congo. Well, returned is the wrong word. I had basically just gotten back to the pick up point after a full day of hiking from the upper camp. It was late afternoon already when I…

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#adventure travel #Africa #congo #copper mine #democratic republic or the congo #mining in africa #Uganda

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Africa, wild pure and beautiful. #uganda #africa #mountstanley #expedition #mountaineering #nature #mountains #africatravel #mountain #love (at Uganda, Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClOxF-ZsTxI/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#uganda #africa #mountstanley #expedition #mountaineering #nature #mountains #africatravel #mountain #love

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Did you know that school costs on average only 10 cents per year and child in Uganda? Most people can't afford it though. Imagine, how much only 1usd could improve those childrens education. In June, I had the opportunity to visit Kasese, a town in the far west of Uganda. The place left an imprint. People selling charcoal right in front of dusty shacks they live in, street children asking for food, up to 20 people living in a single, tiny room. Yet, everyone was so friendly, warm and welcoming. Africa is an one of a kind type of place, amazing, beautiful, safe and unspoiled. I love sharing my passion for that continent and experiences with others but I won't let its troubles unmentioned. Yet, if you ever think about travelling to Africa, I advice you to go. You'll be amazed. I wrote a blogpost about my impressions of Kasese, its street children and charcoal sellers. Read more about the Children Of Kasese 👉 Link in Bio. #uganda #kasese #africa #remoteplaces #africatravel #rwenzorimountains #ugandatravel #congo #travelblog #love (at Uganda, Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckq0LbDs93g/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#uganda #kasese #africa #remoteplaces #africatravel #rwenzorimountains #ugandatravel #congo #travelblog #love

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The Children Of Kasese

Meeting the local kids. Charcoal sellers, beggars, and a 10 cent school tuition per year and child, which most people can’t afford.

The main road of Kasese Town Charcoal sellers Kaseses street children Time to read: 12min. How did I even get here? Thousands of miles away from what we westerners call the modern world, many kilometers from the closest pathed road. Red dirt covered the busy streets outside of my hotel. The cars and motorbikes which passed by with merely seconds separating them, kept continuously whirl up the…

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#Africa #africa travel #children in africa #kasese #Uganda #uganda travel