Greenland Destination Guide

THINGS TO SEE

NORTHERN LIGHTS

QUICK PHOTO TIPS

The natural phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis, known as the Northern Lights, is created by electrically-charged particles from the sun. Local folklore spins fascinating stories of spirits playing games with human skulls as an alternate explanation. These enchanting lights illuminate Greenland with colors that vary from green, purple and red. The most dramatic displays are visible high amidst mountains and ice in autumn.

• Pack extra batteries and memory cards • Increase your lens aperture by setting the camera lens to the lowest f-stop possible • Use a tripod • Adjust the ISO • Practice with your camera settings well before and bring your manual

For more insight on how to photograph this natural phenomenon, turn to page 13.

6 | QUARK EXPEDITIONS

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