I live in the northernmost town on Earth. Here are 8 surprising things about living here.

Eveline LundeMay 15, 2023, 21:22 IST

There were a few things that surprised me when I moved to Longyearbyen.Eveline Lunde

Moving to Longyearbyen, a town only about 800 miles from the North Pole, had its surprises.
The town, located on the Norwegian archipelago called Svalbard, has polar nights and midnight sun.

A few years ago, I packed my bags and moved from Oslo, Norway, to Longyearbyen, the northernmost town on Earth.

Located on the archipelago of Svalbard, Longyearbyen is a small town with around 2,300 residents. I've loved living even though a few things took a bit of getting used to.

Here are some surprising things about living in the northernmost town on Earth.

In Longyearbyen, the sunshine comes and goes depending on the time of year.

During polar nights, we experience minimal sunlight.Eveline Lunde

There aren't any trees in Longyearbyen.

Though there aren't any trees, some vegetation can grow.Eveline Lunde

We always need to watch out for polar bears and are often encouraged to carry rifles.

Since I moved to Longyearbyen, I've seen a lot of polar bears and other wildlife.Eveline Lunde

I learned that locals can rent remote cabins.

The remote cabins are a pretty attractive getaway for the locals.Eveline Lunde

The archipelago also has beautiful snow and ice formations like underground caves.

I've explored underground caves close to my home.Eveline Lunde

I had to get used to traveling by snowmobile or boat.

There are only a few roads in Longyearbyen.Eveline Lunde

The town handles childbirth and deaths differently than most places I've been.

The hospital in Longyearbyen handles small medical cases.Eveline Lunde

Our remote location doesn't prevent us from enjoying Arctic luxury.

If you're a foodie or an individual who appreciates anything fancy, you might like Longyearbyen.Eveline Lunde

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