Spectacular Aurora Borealis reflecting in sea - Fiskefjorden in Lofoten, Norway

In the heart of February, amidst the rugged beauty of Hinnøya, one of the jewels of the Lofoten and Vesterålen archipelago, I found myself returning from a solitary ascent of a nearby peak. The air was crisp, biting at my cheeks, and the encroaching darkness wrapped the landscape in a shroud of mystery. Above me, the heavens were draped in a delicate veil of clouds, softly illuminated by the moon’s gentle glow, casting a silvery light upon the snow-dusted earth.

As I made my way down the mountain, the stillness of the night enveloped me, a calmness that seemed to resonate with the very essence of nature itself. The world was hushed, as if holding its breath in reverence for the beauty that surrounded me. I paused at the edge of the fjord, drawn by the allure of its reflective surface, a mirror to the celestial wonders above. The water lay tranquil, a glassy expanse that beckoned me to capture its serene beauty in a photograph.

But as I approached the shore, a sudden transformation unfolded in the sky. The clouds parted, and the heavens erupted in a dazzling display of color. An intense green aurora danced across the firmament, a spectacle so profound that it seemed to transcend the ordinary bounds of nature. Bright green figures whirled and twisted, their movements fluid and ethereal, as if the very fabric of the universe had come alive in a joyous celebration.

In that moment, I was not merely an observer; I was a participant in this grand cosmic ballet. The aurora took on the form of a giant flame, flickering and swirling with an energy that ignited my spirit. It was as if the night itself had conspired to reveal the hidden wonders of existence, reminding me of the profound connection between man and the natural world.

I stood there, transfixed, my heart swelling with a sense of awe and gratitude. The cold air stung my skin, yet I felt an inner warmth, a recognition of the beauty that lies in solitude and reflection. In that fleeting moment, I understood that life is a tapestry woven from such experiences—each thread a reminder of our place within the vastness of creation.

As the aurora continued its dance, I felt a deep sense of peace wash over me. Here, on the shores of this remote isle, I was reminded of the simple joys that nature bestows upon those who take the time to pause and observe. The world may be filled with chaos and noise, but in the stillness of the night, beneath the shimmering lights of the aurora, I found clarity and purpose.

Thus, I returned to my humble dwelling, my heart alight with the memory of that extraordinary night. The beauty of the aurora would linger in my mind, a testament to the wonders that await those who venture into the wild, seeking not just to conquer peaks, but to embrace the sublime moments that nature so generously offers.

Find out more beautiful landscapes of Norway and Lofoten's untouched wilderness in my photos, stories and films on the website www.coronaviking.com

Taken in: Norway / Nordland / Dragland (show map)

Taken on: February 15, 2021

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Camera: Sony ILCE-7RM3, f/2.8, 25 sec, 18mm, ISO 800 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Sony ILCE-7RM3
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Flash:	Off, Did not fire
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