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Tourist Hot Spots : Alaska

The climate of Alaska offers a wide range of bio diversity in the region. The state host multiple of activities for tourism prospect right from wildlife  to other picturesque locations.Viewing the rich cultural heritage of Alaska by visiting places like Alutiiq Museum & Archaeological Repository, Alaska Native Heritage Center, Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum and Alaska State Museums is among must do options.
According to the area, Alaska is the largest state in the United States and well known for its wildlife, national parks and plenty of tourist attractions.

Anchorage City:
Anchorage is the largest city of the state Alaska,located in south central of the state.The whole area is a prime tourist destination who is surrounded by miles of coast, mountain ranges, numerous lakes and rivers, glaciers, ski resorts, excellent fishing and recreational opportunities.
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center: The magnificent place exhibits the history, lifestyle, weapons,costumes and artworks of Native Alaska people.The center displays various activities like splitting,drying salmon,tanning hides or building kayaks in which native Alaskans involved.
  • Anchorage Museum of History & Art : is the world class museum which is also the largest museum in the state,preserves and exhibits the history and art of the state with permanent collection of historical objects.
  • Alaska Zoo : is a home for northern animals including three species of Alaskan bears,leopards,tigers and Tibetan yaks and large collection of birds. It is the only zoo in North America and a unique wildlife center of Arctic.
  • H2 Oasis : an indoor water park that features rides, a wave pool, a water coaster, a perfect destination for fun lovers.
Fairbanks City:
Fairbanks is the second largest city of Alaska and houses the oldest college of the state. The city's extreme weather conditions is responsible for unique bio diversity of the region.
  • Pioneer Park : The park is the biggest attraction of the city who is previously known as "Alaskaland".It displays various remarkable events of Alaskan history.
  • Museum of the North : Alaska's impressive museum that exhibits historical and geological events.
Juneau City:
Juneau is the capital city of state Alaska and is located along the shores of the Gastineau Channel. Some of Juneau's attractions include the mighty Mendenhall Glacier, the Mt. Roberts Tram, and incredible wildlife viewing and fishing.Visitors can enjoy an array of activities like world class salmon and halibut fishing, glacier hikes and dog sledding, whale watching, shopping.
  • Alaska state Museum : exhibits the historic displays and various indigenous artifacts.Hold an impressive position among the important museums of the state.
  • Macaulay Salmon Hatchery Visitor Center : The center has underwater viewing windows that allows the visitors to see fish spawning,life cycle of salmon and hatchery operations. 
  • Mount Robert Tramway : an aerial tramway that goes from the docks to the treeline. At the top of the tramway is a restaurant, theater,shops and nature center.
  • St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church : an impressive Russian Orthodox Church which was built in 1894 and features a large gold dome with offerings of gift shops.



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