Seven Natural Wonders of The World: On Assignment with Nokia Lumia
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Amazing Aurora

See nature's own fireworks, the Aurora Borealis, light up the north sky with cascading ribbons of color rippling overhead.

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A full moon and shimmering Aurora Borealis illuminate a climber in the mountains near Ersfjord, Norway.
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A billowing green Aurora Borealis display makes an early evening appearance near Tromsø, Norway.
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The Aurora Borealis dances in glowing green spirals above treetops near Levi, Finland.
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A surreal green snake of Aurora Borealis energy flashes across the sky near Levi, Finland.
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A breathtaking Aurora Borealis display flashes over snow-encased treetops in Levi, Finland.
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Assignment Journal

Assignment Journal

Stephen's personal diary and favorite photos bring his journey to life.

Gallery: Far North Action

Gallery: Far North Action

Stephen captures the fun and adventure of wilderness snowshoeing, climbing frozen waterfalls, and wild dogsled rides while snow swirls, temperatures fall, and sun disappears.

Zoom to Discover

Zoom to Discover

Zoom in and interact with these images to discover hidden details in an icy landscape of Arctic mystery.

Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Explore them All!

Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Explore them All!

Follow National Geographic photographer Stephen Alvarez on his incredible assignment to explore and capture the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.