Oslo - Not only many historical haunts, apparently Europe also has an amazing natural phenomenon. Of the beautiful Aurora space to the desert in the middle of the green forest, this is the fifth most magical natural phenomenon in Europe!

Europe is a continent with diverse destinations lengak. You can spend coming to the Mediterranean region for sunbathing and playing water at the beach is gorgeous, playful to the Alps to ski areas, or go to a lot of cool buildings in the UK.

More than that, Europe had had a natural phenomenon not to be missed. Get ready to discover the wonders that are difficult to find in any hemisphere.

Here are 5 coolest phenomenon in Europe:

1. Aurora, Norway


Perhaps, you are already familiar with the Aurora. It is a natural phenomenon in the form of radiant light burning in the lining of the ionosphere, caused by the interaction of the magnetic field with charged particles emitted by the sun.

In essence, this aurora-shaped light green, red, purple, blue up in the sky at night. Very pretty! Aurora occurs in the northern hemisphere. In Europe, you can see it in the region of Scandinavia or northern Europe during winter.

Visit the site of Norway, you can see the Aurora in the coastal region in the western part Norwergia. The place is still natural, no tall buildings and residential areas. Therefore, it was clearly visible aurora. Nevertheless, the appearance of the aurora is difficult to guess.

One tour operator in Norway, Hurtigruten may invite the traveler to hunt aurora. Package price offered is around U.S. $ 735 or about USD 7 million, for a 6 day trip to see the aurora. Interested?

2. Aletsch Glacier, Switzerland



It is a natural phenomenon called a glacier and is one characteristic of European countries particularly Switzerland. The glacier is a large sediment and ice formed on the surface of the soil for long periods of time. Aletsch Glacier is a glacier located in the Alps, Jungfrau, Switzerland and the most powerful in Europe!

From the official site of UNESCO, Aletsch Glacier is the longest glacier in Europe and big. Just imagine, this glacier has an area of ​​nearly 128 km2, a length of 23 km, and a depth of 900 meters. As a result Aletsch Glacier crowned the World Heritage by UNESCO in 2011 ago.

Not surprisingly, a traveler who visited Jungfrau Aletsch definitely took time to Glacier. Here you can play the snow, take the cable car, take pictures, or skiing. Do not forget to wear a thick sweater ya!

3. Dune du Pilat, France



Who would have thought, it turns out France has a desert! The desert called Dune du Pilat which is located in La Teste-de-Buch, Arcachon Bay, approximately 60 km from the city of Bordeaux, France.

Dune du Pilat is actually a sand dune. Height reached 107 meters and is the highest in Europe. For setting foot in height, you have to climb hundreds of steps as written in the official website of Gironde.

The view from the summit is guaranteed to leave you spellbound. Just imagine. From the top of Dune de Pilat, you can see the beautiful blue ocean in front of the eyes and lush green forests behind you. Feel the soft sand!

Length of this desert reaches 2,700 m by 500 m wide, and 6 million m3 of sand here. This is one attraction for the world traveler. Dune du Pilat never empty of tourists. Take pictures here, certainly unforgettable.

4. The Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland



The Giant's Causeway is a volcanic rock piles due to volcanic eruptions millions of years ago. Uniquely the stones neatly arranged like a stone block and located at the seaside. It makes the Giant's Causeway as one of the most unique beaches in the world.

Discover the site of Northern Ireland, the Giant's Causeway was named a World Heritage by UNESCO since 1986. The beach is also part of a national nature reserve in Ireland.

Giant's Causeway was a prima donna in Northern Ireland. Obviously, tourists who come here certainly unbelievable shock. How not, the stones are arranged in a neat and towering. Not to mention the beautiful blue sea and the birds often perch on bebatauannya.

But apparently, there is a separate myths about the Giant's Causeway. Irish people believe, there is an ancient Irish giant from making its way towards Scotland and want to destroy the country. However, the sleeping giant and then another giant of Scotland emerged.

His intention to kill the giant Irish, just a giant of Scotland instead of fear. They fled and shut the Irish giant. Well, the high rocks at the Giant's Causeway is exactly what is believed to be a barrier created by a giant in Scotland.

Believe do not believe, this beach remains crowded with tourists. You can walk on top of the rock and see the stones neatly arranged. Although there was no white sand, marvel at the Giant's Causeway is able to hypnotize you!

5. Samaria Gorge, Greece



Chasm is not always sinister. On the island of Crete, Greece are named Samaria Gorge national park that has beautiful ravines. Travelers can explore the base ravine and enjoy the charming natural beauty!

From site Explore Crete, Samaria Gorge is the longest gorge in Europe with a length of 18 kilometers. Traveler favorite activities here is the basic down ravine and anesthetized by painting natural scenery like the pretty. Not only that, you also can find a variety of animals and plants here.

You can explore the forests of pine and fir trees for exploring Samara Gorge. There are houses Samaria and antelope are typical here. Exploring the Samaria Gorge, as takes you to a different world. Fresh air, lush green forests, and courteously Samaritan community are able to make you fall in love!

That's 5 most magical natural phenomenon in Europe. Get ready unnerved even froze at the sight of this phenomenon from close fifth. Prepare your backpack and explore Europe!