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The best places to see the Northern Lights Sweeping across the Northern hemisphere in waves of vibrant colour, the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights captivates travellers year after year. Believed to be signals from the spirit world (or solar chemical reactions), this beautiful annual phenomenon can be witnessed throughout the Arctic Circle\u2019s sparkling frozen landscapes. 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