The Gorgeous Natural Phenomenon of the Northern Lights

Northern Lights Trip

The Northern Lights are a breathtaking natural phenomenon that will make for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. When people think of going on holiday, they typically don’t think of going on a Northern Lights trip. However, if you’re planning your next getaway, consider Lapland. This is a premier spot to view them, and the bright lights stand out in gorgeous contrast to the dark, wintry Lapland nights. Legends have shrouded the Northern Lights in mystery for decades, and there are myths from all over the world concerning this natural wonder.

Northern Lights Legends

Depending on which area of the world you search for legends pertaining to the Northern Lights, you’ll get dozens of stories that generations have passed down again and again. This is what makes it so spectacular to take a Northern Lights trip; almost every culture has reference to them.

• Creatures Shrouded in Mystery. In North Dakota, the people of the Mandan Tribe believed that giants were lighting the sky to see while night fishing. In Finland, residents claimed that sparks from a mythical fox’s tail caused them. In China and Russia, a Fire Dragon was rumored to cause them.
• Mighty Gods and Demons. Norse mythology credits the Northern Lights as being the bridge between their home, Asgard, and earth. Other tales told of the battle armor of the God’s reflecting the light, and these reflections became the Northern Lights. The Inuit people claimed the Lights were from a demon’s lantern, and they used it to lure spirits to them.
• Spirits of the Departed. Dozens of different tribes and cultures believed these Lights were the departed spirits of their ancestors. Some believed the Northern Lights was a gathering place for them, while others believed they were physical manifestations of the departed. Finally, some believed that the Lights were lanterns held by other spirits to guide the newly departed to the afterlife.

No matter which legends you’ve heard or believe, taking a Northern Lights trip is a chance to immerse yourself in several different cultures. You’ll be able to see something that is awe-inspiring, and all you have to do is travel to Lapland. While you’re there, you can partake in the many other experiences that this culturally-rich area has to offer and create memories that will last throughout your lifetime. So the next time you wonder where to go on holiday, consider the Northern Lights for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.