Yellowknife Canada Postcard

Perched on the northern shore of Great Slave Lake, Yellowknife is the capital of the Northwest Territories and a world-renowned hub for viewing the Aurora Borealis. The city blends a frontier history of gold mining with modern northern culture, chraacterised by its colourful 'Old Town' and houseboats floating on the bay. During the winter months, the dark skies are frequently illuminated by dancing ribbons of green and violet light. The surrounding Taiga shield landscape, with its stunted trees and ancient bedrock, provides a dramatic and serene backdrop for the celestial display that draws visitors from across the globe.