FJORDS OF NORWAY - ON THE EDGE OF THE WORLD

I fell in love to this feeling when you sit alone in silence and see that wonderful world. That is so unusual and breathtaking. In this picture, it is me sitting on the edge of that cliff. You can see the 700 meters drop below you, but it seems like infinity.

Trolltunga - On the edge of the world

Trolltunga - it means ‘The Troll’s Tongue‘, this massive horizontal cliff is situated about 1100 meters above sea level. Beneath this rock is nothing. It is hovering 700 meters above lake Ringedalsvatnet. Trolltunga is one of the most spectacular scenic cliffs in Norway.

As far as hikes go, this is one of the most epics I’ve ever done. Important point is that I was there in 2013 and 2014, today I would avoid this overcrowded destination and explore many other parts of Norwegian nature. Before 2009 Trolltunga was virtually unknown. In 2017 more than 100.000 visitors made this popular trek.

It is difficult, it is long, but it is spectacular.

Standing on the edge of the Troll’s Tongue, I can feel the breeze around me in every direction. Not surprisingly, it’s scary to be out on this small piece of a cliff with a 700 meters drop beneath me.

Your head is full of thoughts. I realized how small the person is in comparison with nature and the high mountains. Sometimes just a little inattention and an accident might happen. However, all adventure activities are based on your own risk but it is doing unique. It was by far the greatest view.

The hike goes through high mountains and is about 20km long, takes 9-10 hours in total (to Trolltunga and return) and the ascent is about 900 meters. Consider carefully whether you have quality equipment and you are in good enough shape before the hike. Plan carefully and start early morning. The hike starts at the beginning of the funicular (not in operation) in Skjeggedal. Starts on the right side of the funicular. The path is marked with painted red T’s in the terrain.

As photos from this place have spread over social media Trolltunga has become increasingly popular over the last couple of years. It is normal there is a long line of hikers weaving around the rocky terrain each morning, everyone wants to capture their version of the photo. Many tourists also have started underestimating the difficulty of the hike. The hike is actually one of the more demanding one-day hikes and I met a lot of people during the trek who were not prepared for this difficulty.

Be careful, travel mindfully, respect nature and follow the tips you have found on the internet and the hike will give you memories for a lifetime.

UNDER THE GLOW OF MILKY WAY - West Coast of the US

I spent one month traveling through the west coast and visited the most beautiful National Parks in the USA. During my first visit to the US, there were truly phenomenal conditions for astrophotography. Let's take a look at some night photos from this trip.

The Trona Pinnacles, California

The photo below is from an area in the Mojave desert just a few hours northeast of Los Angeles. The Trona Pinnacles, an unusual geological landscape feature.

There wasn't a breath of wind and the sky above seemed like an endless ocean of stars. After a very cloudy and rainy day, I was rewarded with a breathtaking spectacle in a clear sky. Eventually, it was one of my most favorite nights under the glow of the Milky Way. Believe in your dreams.

This view is from the dirt road leading to the pinnacles. The spires rise out of the isolated desert near the town of Trona in San Bernardino These formations reach as high as 140 feet and create a dramatic impression in the isolated desert landscape.

The Trona Pinnacles makes a cool location for every landscape photographer and ranks as one of the most interesting rock formations in the US.

Delicate Arch, Arches National Park, Utah

Making this picture was really a challenge. This photo ended up becoming my the most favorite Milky Way shots ever. The photo is from the second night of my adventure trip at Arches National Park in Utah. The evening was very cloudy and I wanted to give it up. Eventually, I was rewarded with a breathtaking spectacle in a clear sky. The sky part is a stacked of 8 shots. The foreground consists of two photos. The silhouette and the shot of Delicate Arch. I used the headlamp to illuminate the Arch.

Zion National Park

In the summer days, Zion National Park is totally overcrowded with tourists. Many Zion visitors stay for sunset and then drive home or on to their next destination.

For everyone who stays later, the dark night in Zion is filled with thousands of stars, above the majestic silhouette of red mountains. It is an entirely different and memorable experience. The Milky Way above The Watchman Zion is a great place to start shot the night sky.

Another very interesting place for stargazing is Oregon. You have plenty of options. Oregon is full of unspoiled, pristine nature so you can see thousands upon thousands of stars with your naked eye. So just check the light pollution map and get to work. A super destination is Crater Lake.

Venture outside main cities and lets surrounded yourself by endless stars.

LOFOTEN ISLANDS - THE MOST SCENIC PLACE ON EARTH

Getting out and seeing what the world has to offer is at the top of my list. From beautiful fjords to massive waterfalls from the glaciers high above you. Norway is full of gorgeous, untouched nature waiting to be explored. I have been there three times and in my opinion, this place is one of the most incredible places I have ever seen.