Polar Region Collection (page 9)

In harness across the ice, illustration from The Romance of Canada (colour litho)
IL283071 In harness across the ice, illustration from The Romance of Canada (colour litho) by Stott, W.R.S. (1878-1939); Private Collection

King penguins hugging each other with their necks, mating ritual, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Close-up of two king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) entwined together and hugging each other with their necks in mating ritual; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

A view of the mountain peaks of Burgerbukta

Svalbard Islands maritime map

Brunnichs Guillemots (Uria lomvia), Alkefjellet, Spitsbergen, Svalbard Islands, Norway

Polish research station in the Hornsund, Burgerbukta, Spitsbergen, Svalbard islands

Atlantic walruses (Odobenus rosmarus), Vibebukta, Austfonna, Nordaustlandet, Svalbard Islands, Norway

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus), Polar Ice Cap, north of Spitsbergen, Norway

Stormy clouds approaching the Lilliehookbreen Glacier

Lilliehookbreen Glacier, Spitsbergen, Svalbard Islands, Norway

Tufted saxifrage {Saxifraga cepitosa}, in flower

Murchison Bay, Murchisonfjorden, Nordaustlandet, Svalbard Islands, Norway

Aurora Borealis - Northern Lights (engraving)
FEH328982 Aurora Borealis - Northern Lights (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Gods Glorious Creation or The Mighty Marvels of Earth, Sea)

Programme for Dr Fridtjof Nansen lecture, Across the Polar Region (photo)
583003 Programme for Dr Fridtjof Nansen lecture, Across the Polar Region (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Programme for Dr Fridtjof Nansen lecture)

Town Uummannaq during winter in northern Greenland, Denmark

Icebergs frozen into the sea ice of the Uummannaq Fjord System during winter. Background is Nuussuaq Peninsula, Greenland, Denmark

Team of sled dog during winter in Uummannaq in Greenland. Dog teams are draft animals for the fishermen and stay all winter on the sea ice of the fjord. Greenland, Denmark

Winter in the town of Upernavik in the north of Greenland at the shore of Baffin Bay. Denmark, Greenland

Iceberg in the Uummannaq Fjord System. America, North America, Greenland, Denmark

Iceberg in the Uummannaq Fjord System, Greenland, Danish overseas colony

Iceberg in the Uummannaq Fjord System. Red cliffs of Storoen Island in the background. Greenland, Denmark

Iceberg in the Uummannaq Fjord System. Uummannaq Island in the background. Greenland, Denmark

Town on Uummannaq Island. Greenland, Denmark

Iceberg in the Uummannaq Fjord System. Glaciated Nuussuaq peninsula in the background. Greenland, Denmark

Hikers in the geothermal area Hveradalir in the mountains Kerlingarfjoll in the highlands of Iceland in August

Landscape in the geothermal area Hveradalir in the mountains Kerlingarfjoll in the highlands of Iceland in August

Waterfall Svodufoss. Landscape on peninsula Snaefellsnes in western Iceland

Sunset at the coast of Skalavik. The Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland

Landscape at Skalavik. The Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland

Bolungarvik at coast of Isafardardjup. The Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland

Landscape near Onundarfjordur. The Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland

The harbor. Isafjordur, the capital of the Westfjords, Iceland

The harbor. Isafjordur, capital of the Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland

Wreck of the Dias in Grytviken. Grytviken Whaling Station in South Georgia. Grytviken is open to visitors, but most walls and roofs of the factory have been demolished for safety reasons

Ruins of Stromness Whaling Station in South Georgia

The Petrel a whale catcher. Grytviken Whaling Station in South Georgia. Grytviken is open to visitors, but most walls and roofs of the factory have been demolished for safety reasons

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) weaned pup on beach

Aerial of the Icebreaker 50 years of victory on its way to the North Pole, Arctic

View towards Krossnes in the Arneshreppur at bay Trekyllisvik. The Strandir in the Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland during autumn. Europe, Northern Europe, Iceland

Sunrise. Landscape in the Arneshreppur at bay Trekyllisvik. The Strandir in the Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland during autumn. Europe, Northern Europe, Iceland

Coastal landscape in the Arneshreppur at bay Trekyllisvik. The Strandir in the Westfjords (Vestfirdir) in Iceland during autumn. Europe, Northern Europe, Iceland

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Discover the mesmerizing beauty of the polar region, where breathtaking landscapes and unique wildlife await. From Reykjavik, Iceland to the Arctic foxes in Billenfjorden, Pyramiden, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway; this frozen wonderland is truly a sight to behold. Witness nature's own light show as the Aurora borealis dances across the sky alongside a radiant moon. Explore Venus radar maps at the North Pole and marvel at the pre-mating behavior of King penguins in their icy habitat. Indulge in relaxation at Blue Lagoon's mineral baths or stand in awe as Iceland's most famous waterfall cascades 32m into a steep-sided canyon. Experience heartwarming moments with Emperor penguin chicks on Snow Hill Island in Weddell Sea while admiring their protective adult counterparts. Embark on an adventure off Antarctica's rugged west coast and witness iceflows that seem like works of art. Capture Gullfoss' raw power as it roars down its majestic descent once more. Immerse yourself in this captivating world where cargo ships line quaysides and freight awaits its journey through these icy realms. The polar region offers unparalleled beauty that will leave you breathless.