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For a truly exhilarating vacation, full of wilderness attractions and spectacular scenery, journey to the largest state of America- the great state of Alaska- America's last true wilderness. It is a vast expanse of glimmering glaciers, towering mountains, abundant forests and waterfront villages. From whale watching in Sitka to riding dogsleds in Nome, from viewing majestic Mt. McKinley in Denali National Park to rafting on the Yukon River, the state offers to its tourist the opportunity to view one of the world's most beautiful scenery of glaciers, mountains and quiet fjords. | |
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Far North
Every region of the state has something to offer. In the far north, Alaska's Arctic is home to the Eskimos, many who still live a subsistence lifestyle and still preserve their history verbally from generation to generation. The Far North is filled with a rich history and natural wonders, from the gold rush days of yore to the Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve. Nome is the place to enjoy Far North's great outdoors.
It's most exciting annual event, Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race of 1, 049 miles, Seward Peninsula, which offers fishing for salmon, Arctic char and grayling, and Carrie McLain Museum, which houses 6, 000 historicalphotos and exhibits about Native culture, Eskimo art and the gold rush are few sites worth exploring on the tour to Alaska.Kotzebue, the largest Eskimo village that receives 36 days of continuous daylight, Prudhoe Bay, the largest oil field in North America, St. Lawrence Island, Barrow and Brooks Range are some other places that give unparalleled wilderness experiences. |
Interior
In the heart of the state, one can see the continent's tallest peak, Mt. McKinley and wide expanses of tundra. Recreational opportunities include hiking, rock and ice climbing, photography, wildlife viewing, nature walks, horseback treks and river excursions. Wildlife can be seen on the highway that runs by Denali National Park, carrying visitors to and from Anchorage and Fairbanks. Interior is the original home of Alaska's Athabascan Indians. Drive on the Alaska Highway is just wonderful. One can visit the town of Tok and Delta Junction through the highway. In Fairbanks, which is the trade and transportation center for Interior and Far North Alaska, one can tour a working gold mine, visit an authentic gold dredge or cruise the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler on the tour to Alaska. Dog sledding, both cross-country and downhill, skiing and snow machine riding opportunities are also available here. Fort Yukon on the Arctic Circle and the town of Nenana are other places of importance in the state.
South West
Southwest Alaska is for all nature loving people. The region is very rich in bird life. It has more than 240 species of birds with brown bears along the hills and plains here. Kodiak is the principal town on Kodiak Island and the home of Alaska's largest fishing fleet. Then there is the Alaska Peninsula that extends 550 miles into the Pacific Ocean. Past the tip of the Alaska Peninsula, the Aleutian Islands begin their 1, 000-mile sweep towards Asia. Bristol Bay is home to the world's largest source of red salmon. Tourist can enjoy in all seasons, fishing in the summer, skiing in the winter and cultural events year-round. In the Pribilof Islands, one can see the world famous wildlife colonies on St. George and St. Paul Islands in the Bering Sea. St. Paul's beaches also play host to an amazing number of fur seals.
South Central
Home to over half of Alaska's population, South central is a playground of activities from world-class fishing to hiking and wildlife viewing. It offers the advantages of remote wilderness with its mountains and lakes. Anchorage, the largest city of Alaska is a popular destination in this region. Being the center of commerce, luxury hotels, fine cuisine and shopping are only minutes from state parks. Tourist can enjoy wildlife museums, the Alaska Zoo and Potter March; where up to 130 species of waterfowl can be seen throughout the year on the tour to Alaska. The Wrangell Mountains is popular destination for backcountry recreation, superb sport fishing, river rafting and Native cultures. The Copper River Valley and the Copper Center, the home of the ranger station for Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, the largest national park in the United States are other popular attractions here. In Kenai Peninsula, Seward's is the place to look for whales, seals and sea lions in Kenai Fjords National Park. Apart from Chugach National Forest and the Kenai National Wildlife, the peninsula is known for one of the finest Russian Orthodox churches in Alaska. Prince William Sound encompasses 10, 000 square miles of protected waterways, islands, fjords, as well as 10, 000 glaciers. The Matanuska Valley is fertile farmland and known is for vegetables that grow to incredible sizes. The Alaska record cabbage is 106 pounds. You cannot be so close to nature as you are in the state of Alaska.
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