The Spitsbergen archipelago is one of the most interesting and unusual places we’ve been to. The people living here have extraordinary endurance and willpower – life beyond the polar circle is nothing short of an ordeal. During our visit, I’ve … Continued
We continue with our “Baker’s Dozen of Island Peaks” programme. Next in line is Newtontoppen on the Spitsbergen archipelago, 1713 metres high. Required Documents Time Needed for Preparation Skills Required to Ascend Equipment for the Ascent Weather Conditions Safety Measures … Continued
Barentsburg is yet another indication of Russian presence on Spitsbergen, but a “living” one. The coal mining town hasn’t brought any profit for its state for a long time. I don’t even know if coal mining in the Arctic has … Continued
Spitsbergen is a place where the modern Norwegian lifestyle exists hand-in-hand with Soviet habits. There are three Russian villages on the archipelago. One of them – Barentsburg – is active, while others are considered closed/abandoned. It is one of these villages that … Continued