Norway An old country full of Viking pride and Norse legends of epic proportions, Norway is a coastal nation that sits northeast of the United Kingdom.

Alaska, USA America's last great frontier, Alaska, sports an astounding 663 thousand square miles and is populated by 730 thousand frost-resistant civilians.

Norilsk, Russia With 180 thousand residents, it is the most northern city in the world with such a high population.

Finland This far north, the fuel from the endless forest has been a welcome sight to shivering pilgrims for potentially 120 thousand years.

Sweden  Sweden is now a remarkably peaceful place to live with a high quality of life rating.

Iceland Iceland is an isolated island country situated just under the arctic circle's grasp.

Greenland An enormous country with a tiny population, Greenland is everything but green.

Canada The northern provinces of Canada, namely Nunavut, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories, experience a similar summer schedule and geography to that of Alaska.