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ROUTE, Svalbard Expedition
Our first port of call was Ny-Alesund, a
scientific research settlement nestled at 79
degrees North, the highest inhabited place
on the planet. Photograph with our Indian Scientists outside Himadri

The Northernmost Post Office in the World – Alesund

The train at Alesund
Here, amid the serenity of the Arctic,
we encountered the researchers of the The mast at Alesund
Indian Research Centre, “Himadri,” and During our walk back to the harbour,
shared with them a taste of home—a box of two little Arctic Fox pups added some
homemade “boondi ke laddoos”. excitement in our group since this was our
Our exploration continued as we first encounter with the Arctic wildlife.
stumbled upon historical landmarks, such The Arctic fox, a marvel of nature, never
as the mast from which the legendary polar fails to inspire awe with its remarkable
explorer Roald Amundsen set forth on his adaptations and resilience in the face of
quest to conquer the North Pole. harsh Arctic conditions.

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