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You Won’t Believe This Most Magical Winter Place: Lapland!

If there’s one place, apart from your own family home, that sums up and defines our ideal image of Christmas, it surely has to be Lapland, the reputed home of a certain Santa Claus, and his innumerable host of choice reindeer.

19 Unique & Traditional Ways of Life Around the World

This is the home of the nomadic Nenets, traditional reindeer hunters. They migrate along a route of over 1000Km (621 miles), including a 48Km (30 miles) cross of the ice-cold waters of the Ob River. 8.

12 Merry Interesting Xmas Facts You Can't Wait to Unwrap

Or have you ever wondered where Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer stems from? Or why Santa wears a red coat? I was so surprised to discover the purpose of why we hang our Christmas stockings over the fire place, and couldn't believe how many gifts Americans post, come Christmas time.

Hilarious - Christmas Is Nigh and These Pets Are NOT Ready

"I said I'm no reindeer!" 8. Still cute! Related Article: These Cats Just Love Their Christmas Trees 9. "I did not agree to this outfit" 10. "...neither did I!" 11. "I don't care it's Christmas, fill in the form. The costume is company policy" 12. "Santa's Little Helper?

These Photos Make Sure We Will Never Forget WW2

German SS soldiers Hitler during Wartime Fascist headquarters in Italy Himmler meets a soviet prisoner The battle of Britain Action Shell shocked reindeer Troop movements A french citizen cries as German soldiers march in Paris during the French Occupation Bombing of Reims Cathedral Buna Beach, New Guinea

The Magical Landscapes of Norway!

Green Blanket Over The Mountains Opera Reflection Norway View The Bridge To Nowhere II Rorbuer Lofoten Winter Blowin in the Wind Oslo City Oslo Opera Deepsea Atlantic Norway 130 Oslo Opera House Norwegian Forest Cat Bergen Harbour Lupins Trondheim Tromso Wiegeland Park Hellisoy Lighthouse Bergen City Reindeer

How Do Wild Animals Survive Winter Without Shelter?

Reindeer Reindeer do not hibernate. They rely on their thick coat that traps air close to their body as insulation. They do need to adapt to the nocturnal arctic winter. At the height of winter, there are nearly three months of round-the-clock darkness.

Funny Pics With Santa at the Mall That Will Make Your Day

So what if he's not a reindeer? He's my Rudolph this Christmas." Source: CamerasOnCopsReport #2 When you say a bad word in front of Santa Source: Broseph_Of_Nazareth #3. "Why is he wearing the same outfit as me?" Source: shoota60 #4. "He's been my Santa for 10 years!" Source: GL_Prods_DIE #5.

10 Amazing Facts You Didn't Know About Christmas

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was a marketing ploy Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a well-known character that has been around for decades.

17 Unexpected Objects With Friendly Faces!

[related_articles] All reindeer are so two-faced... Don't believe me? Just look at them! This is definitely the cutest dresser I've ever seen Oh no! Mr. Pepper got overheated again... Related article: These Silly Optical Illusions Cause Plenty of Confusion!

One Man’s Trash Is Another Man’s Treasure - 14 DIY Pics

The festive repair of a 10-year-old's reindeer slippers 9. “I found 2 chairs online, each with several issues. I got them both, and was able to combine them into one working chair that looks almost brand new!” Related: New York’s Streets Are Full of Curbside Treasures 10.

Finland Is Far More Than Merely a Winter Wonderland...

Some indigenous Sami people still live in the area, and there are reindeer and husky safaris to be enjoyed in the park. It stretches all the way to the Russian border. Discover clear streams, deep gorges and rolling hills that change dramatically in color from season to season.

Can You Imagine Living in Temperatures As Cold As These?

Incredibly, though, summertime temperatures can reach 30 °C (86 °F) Oymyakon was a stopover for reindeer herders back in the 1920s and 1930s. The settlement became permanent due to the Soviets forcing the area's nomadic population to put down firm roots.

Sweden Is a Wonderful Country Full of Attractions to See

For three days a year, there's folk dancing, reindeer racing, people in traditional dress and plenty of vendors. It's a great place to take in local culture. 6. 

20 Jaw-Dropping Photos of Nature’s Many Curiosities

A group of reindeer walking under the Northern Lights Image Source: Reddit 19. This owl mistook a duck egg for its own and raised this duckling Image Source: Reddit 20. A stunning morning in Iceland Image Source: Reddit Share these stunning images with family and friends!

Have You Seen These Rare and Stunning Albino Animals?

Reindeer Image source: BoredPanda According to some Scandinavian myths, spotting a white reindeer is considered a sign of good luck. These rarely seen regal snow-white creatures look as if they have leaped straight out of the pages of a fairytale. 4.

10 Snowy Destinations to Fall in Love With This Winter

And don't forget to go for a sleigh ride with the reindeers for the ultimate cherry on the cake. 5. Banff, Canada Source: Flickr Canada is prime when it comes to beautiful winter destinations, but if you ever visit, we recommend you spend some time enjoying the marvelous Banff National Park.