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🌌Northern Lights over Tromsø - Tromsø - Troms - Norway🇳🇴

📷Nikon D7500 - ISO 250 - Nikkor 18-200mm lens f3.5-5.6 G - 24mm - f/5,0 13,0 sec

➡️A couple of weeks I wrote a caption explaining the Northern Lights from a scientific view👨‍🔬, now it is time for the legends surrounding this amazing spectacle:

📜According to one legend, Odin, the chief god and ruler of Asgard, lived in Valhalla, where he was preparing for Ragnarök. This event was predestined and would be Odin’s greatest battle⚔️, so he needed the bravest warriors at his side. During every battle on Earth, Odin would pick the warriors who would die and join him in Valhalla. The Valkiries👸 were female warriors on horseback. who wore armour and carried spears and shields🛡️, were tasked with leading Odin’s chosen warriors to Valhalla. The Vikings believed the Northern Lights🌌 illuminating the sky were the reflections of the Valkyrie’s armour🛡️ as they led the warrior to Odin.

📜In several other legends, they claim the Northern Lights🌌 were the breath of brave soldier who died in combat or they were believed to be the Bifrost Bridge🌈, a glowing, pulsing arch which led fallen warriors to the their final resting place in Valhalla.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦But for the Sámi people, the Northern Lights🌌 didn’t tell stories of heroism and bravery, they believed that they were the souls of the dead💀, and they were to be feared and respected in equal measure, so you shouldn’t talk🗣️ about them or even waving👋, whistling😗 or singing🎶 under them, as this would alert the lights to your presence and carry you up to the sky⬆️. Nowadays, many Sámi people stay in their homes🏠 when the Northern Lights are illuminating the sky🌌.

❓Did you know that that Norway has more English speakers than Canada? 76% of the Canadian population speaks English while 86% of the Norwegians make use of the English language for communication.
Tip: Ladies, you do not have to bring your bikini for this beach.  #BeachTips  #BVSBlue  #GreatOutdoors  #Nature
#LKsAwayDays A magical night with the Northern Lights  #WinterWonders #Aurora
http://www.lyngsfjord.com/

Check it out! $200 usd for dog-sledding, but it is definitely a must-do activity when in Tromso, Norway! 

I went with a couple different companies, and Lyngsfjord Adventure is by far the best.
Saturday night Tromsø. #city #sea #blue #cityscape
#norway #photooftheday
Comfort Hotel Xpress Tromso

Comfort Hotel Xpress Tromso

3 out of 5
Gronnegata 35 Tromsø
The price is Rp1.080.393 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
Rp1.080.393
Rp1.210.040 total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,439 reviews)
Nice clean small

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Comfort Hotel Xpress Tromso
Clarion Hotel The Edge

Clarion Hotel The Edge

4 out of 5
Kaigata 6 Tromsø
The price is Rp2.726.707 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp2.726.707
Rp3.053.912 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,511 reviews)
The hotel was ideally located on the harbour and near to food, shops and tour guides. The additional cost paid for a harbour view was worth the extra. Stunning outlook on to the mountains over the water. The breakfast was plentiful amd varied. Extending breakfast to a 10 am finishing time would be ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Clarion Hotel The Edge
Sommarøy Arctic Hotel Tromsø

Sommarøy Arctic Hotel Tromsø

2.5 out of 5
Skipsholmsvegen 22, Sommarøy Tromsø
The price is Rp2.803.759 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
Rp2.803.759
Rp3.140.210 total
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Haaja and Brensholmen Ferry Terminal are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)
The property is located in a beautiful location with stunning views. The restaurant on site serves good food, it has a bar and a nice sauna. 24hr coffee, tea and water was a nice touch. The room was clean and kitchen well stocked with tools and equipment to make meals.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Sommarøy Arctic Hotel Tromsø
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Skaret by Vander

Skaret by Vander

4 out of 5
25 Storgata Tromsø Troms og Finnmark
Stay at this aparthotel in Tromsø. Enjoy rainfall showerheads, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (565 reviews)
All shops nearby, the room was clean and very functional, the laundry room was clean and a very good price we highly recommend it

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Skaret by Vander
Tromsø Lodge & Camping

Tromsø Lodge & Camping

2 out of 5
Arthur Arntzens veg 10 Tromsø
Stay at this campsite in Tromsø. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (430 reviews)
Perfect location. The lodge/campsite made our trip.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Tromsø Lodge & Camping
TotalApartments - Stakkevollvegen studio

TotalApartments - Stakkevollvegen studio

2 out of 5
303 Stakkevollvegen Tromsø Troms
Stay at this aparthotel in Tromsø. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Tromso Fjords and Polar-Alpine Botanical Gardens are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (157 reviews)
It was perfect for our needs. We really appreciated that there was a grocery store on the property. We made a few meals in the flat thanks to the kitchen and the store. Public transit was incredibly close by and easy to navigate.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

TotalApartments - Stakkevollvegen studio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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