Debut trek in Sweden: Storådorren & Helagsfjället

Notes for the readers/viewers Prelude In spite of being in Sweden for almost 7 years, I had not managed a successful trek within Sweden. I had made up my mind to do it this year, either with company or solo, whichever materializes! I have put on a lot since 2016, also my fitness is in … Continue reading Debut trek in Sweden: Storådorren & Helagsfjället

Short trip to Abisko

Prelude I selected Abisko (samic Ábeskovvu = ocean forest) over my earlier inclinations towards Kiruna or Narvik. The reasons may seem untenable - I wanted to check the beginning of the celebrated Kungleden, stay in an area close to the wilderness and has less people 😉 😛 I had desired at least a glimpse of Northern … Continue reading Short trip to Abisko

Polar Blue Hour/Twilight

The north polar version of the Blue Hour/TwilightIn the polar regions and more southern regions like Lapland experience “blue twilight” or the presence of sunlight despite the sun is hidden below the horizon a few degrees.What is special in the Arctic is that the winter twilight can last for hours instead for just a few … Continue reading Polar Blue Hour/Twilight