It's time for another postcard album and this time we're going to tour some of the stunning sights of Alaska. The USA's most northerly state is a feast for the eyes and medicine for the soul. The scenery is jaw dropping and the history fascinating and the people are welcoming. Let’s enjoy some of the amazing sights of Alaska.
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1. Denali National Park
We mostly associate the sights of Alaska with snowy scenes of winter, but it is just as gorgeous at other times of the year.
2. Bull Moose at Wonder Lake
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The wildlife is one of the most wonderful attractions of Alaska.
3. The White Pass and Yukon Route
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Riding the narrow gauge rails is a wonderful way to the take in the awesome scenery.
4. Tracy Arm Fjord Waterfall
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In a land of snow and ice and glaciers, waterfalls are numerous.
5. Whale Watching
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Whale viewing is one of the most popular tourist excursions in Alaska.
7. A Cabin in the Woods
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This is a get away from the rat race kind of place.
8. The Northern Lights
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One of the most glorious sights of Alaska, or anywhere.
9. Dog Sledding
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Is this on your bucket list?
10. Glacier Bay National Park
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One of Alaska's UNESCO's World Heritage Sites
13. Mendenhall Ice Caves
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Want to get up close and personal with the interior of a glacier?
14. Matanuska River
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Alaska is such a marvelous outdoor playground.
15. Alaska Range
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Did you know the Alaska Range is the highest mountain range outside of Asia and the Andes?
16. Creek Street, Ketchikan
Ketchikan is the Salmon Capital of the World.
18. Seward
Via Seward's small boat harbor
The cities on the coast are regular stops for the many cruise liners that visit the Alaskan waters.
20. Eagles in Homer
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Who would pass up the chance to take a shot like this?
21. Alaska Sunrise
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Worth waking up to.
23. Sitka
Via Cresent Harbor
According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough is the largest incorporated city by area in the U.S., with a total area of 4,811 square miles.
24. Thunder Falls
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At 610 meters, Thunder Falls is the tallest waterfall in Alaska.
25. Mendenhall Glacier
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It's an amazing experience to walk on a glacier (I did in Austria.)
26. "the “Dr. Seuss” House
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Unfortunately you can only view this eccentric house from the road as it is a private residence.
27. Skiing in Cordova
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The Chugach Mountains have mad Cordova a popular winter sports destination.
28. Seward Highway
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Ready to take a road trip between Seward and Anchorage?
29. Alaska Sea Life Center
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Plenty of fun for the whole family at the Sea Life Center in Seward.
30. Zip Lining in Ketchikan
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A great way to see the scenery if you've a thirst for adventure.
31. The inside Passage
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Such tranquil beauty.
32. A Totem Pole in Ketchikan
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Remember to appreciate the First Nation culture while you're in Alaska.
33. Alatna River Valley, Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve
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You can breathe again now! This view sure took my breath away.
34. Brown Bear
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When the salmon aren't jumping the brown bars go fishing for clams.
36. IceAlaska
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Every year Fairbanks hosts the World Ice Art Championships. The 2015 event will be held February 23 to March 29.
37. World's Largest Chocolate Waterfall, Anchorage
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The falls pump over 3000 pounds of molten chocolate down the 20-foot installation at any given time. No swimming allowed. Address 5225 Juneau Street, Anchorage,
38. Eldred Rock Lighthouse
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A perfect perspective of just how high the mountains are in Alaska. These mountains are the Chilkat Range.
39. Kennecott Mine
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The abandoned copper mine is now a tourist attraction.
40. The Hammer Museum, Haines
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Well ... if you happen to love hammers, or just unusual museums.
41. Reindeer Hot Dogs
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Meat eaters can try a whole range of reindeer products.
43. Kodiak Island
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A brilliant place for hiking - watch out for the bears. Did you know Kodiak Island is the second largest island in the US?
44. Mount McKinley/Mount Denali
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North America's highest mountain at 20,237 feet.
46. Ice Climbing
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A real adrenalin junkie's sport.
48. Wall of Ice
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Such incredible beauty yet also a force of nature.
49. Gulf of Alaska
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The amazing sight of where the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Alaska meet.
50. Alaska Native Heritage Center, Anchorage
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Learn all about Alaska's indigenous people and culture.
51. Alaska Botanical Garden, Anchorage
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The range of plant life in the garden is surprisingly wide given the climate and your path might be crossed by a moose or a bear.
52. Rainforest Wildlife Sanctuary, Herring Cove
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The rainforest in Alaska is temperate, not tropical.
Well, we've come to the end of our virtual tour of the attractions of Alaska. Was it as beautiful as you imagined it to be?
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