45 Most Colorful Cities Around The World You'll Want To Visit
21. Longyearbyen, Svalbard: A Colorful Outpost in the Arctic
It may surprise you to find one of the world's most colorful towns so close to the North Pole, but Longyearbyen, located on Norway’s Svalbard archipelago, is a burst of color against a snowy backdrop. Due to the harsh Arctic climate, the buildings were painted in bright hues to bring warmth and cheer to the cold, dark winters. Despite its remote location, this town is rich in culture, history, and adventure, from polar bear safaris to witnessing the Northern Lights. Longyearbyen proves that even in the harshest landscapes, color can bring life and joy.
