Tourist Attractions in Alaska

Alaska is situated in the extreme north-western part of USA and it is by area the largest state of USA. It is also popularly known by the names "The Last Frontier" or "Land of the Midnight Sun" or "Seward's Icebox". There are an assortment of options available which can be explored ranging from mountains, beaches, rivers and most of all the glaciers and the forests. And because there is no scarcity of tourist attractions in Alaska, it attracts millions of tourists to its place every year from every hook and corner of the world.

Tourist looking for an adventure sport destination can consider this place as an ideal option as one can try out various activities such as fishing, cruising, snowmobiling, camping, skiing, dog sledging and even having a direct know-how of Alaska’s marine life – here the prospect are endless.

One can plan a visit to a glacier as the magical power of the glaciers leaves an enthralling incident in the minds of the tourists. One can even take a helicopter ride to visit a glacier and experience the beauty of the place.

One can visit the most popular Denali National Park which is the second largest National Park in the United States. And it is consider as providing a home to grizzly bears, wolves, reindeer, elk and other animals and a wide variety of birds. The park also offers wonderful hiking opportunities.

One can also visit Mount McKinley which is located in Denali National Park; it is the highest mountain in North America measuring 20,320 feet.

The other popular destination is the Alaska Sea Life Centre which is known for its research on marine life and steps to rehabilitate marine animals; the museum displays marine animals in their natural habitat.

The other popular destinations one can visit in Alaska are Glacier Bay, The totem poles at Sitka National Historic Park, Saxman Village, Alaskan Botanical Gardens, Spirit Walker Expeditions, Alaska Heritage Library and Museum, Alaska Zoo, Fairbanks University of Alaska Museum of the North, The Wrangell-St Elias National Park and much more.

There are number of one can do, to relish the essence of the place. With no dearth of tourist destinations Alaska offers a wonderful experience to all the types of people.