Places to see in Alska

The backwoods of Alaska is a celebrated destination for international tourism. It is the largest state in the United States. People of all ages enjoy the wilderness and arctic areas of the state. You can enjoy picnic on the shore of Thwe yukon river. Alaska has many tourist attractions and visiting here is always a pleasurable experience.

We here in this article guide about the best places to see in Alaska to make your visit a memorable experience.

Parks in Alaska

Denali National Park:

Denali National Park lies in the northern part of the Alaska Range. This National Park is the second largest National Park of the United States spreading in 6 million acres and over 9,419 square miles. Here the wildlife is protected from 1917.

Wrangell-St Elias National Park:

The Wrangell-St Elias National Park is the magnificent National Park of Alaska established in 1980. The park is bordered by Mount St Elias. The park offers wonderful sight to snow covered landscape and number of wildlife species like grizzly bears, caribou and Dall sheep.

Museums in Alaska

The Alaska Sea Life Center:

It is a place that we, especially children love because here the marine animals are seen in their natural habitat. Besides this Alaska Sea Life Center also do research on marine life and rehabilitate them.

Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum:

This museum in Anchorage is an anchor to the legacy of aviation in Alaska. Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum has 27 classic aircrafts from 1913 to till today are displayed here along with memorabilia of aviation.

Anchorage Museum of History & Art:

Anchorage Museum of History & Art preserves and displays the history and art of the state. Visit to this museum make you know the role of Alaska in World War 2. The museum is now known as Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center.

Places to see in Alaska

Alaska Zoo:

The zoo accommodates around 35 species and large number of birds and animals, both native and exotic. This 25 acre land area is important for studying, research, entertainment, and animal rehabilitation.

Elmendorf State Hatchery:

Alaska’s fish and game department operates the hatchery which produces salmon and trout for sport fishing and also the vast space is a great viewing area.

H2Oasis:

H2Oasis in Anchorage gives joy of swimming in cold state Alaska by its indoor water park. It’s a complete package for entertainment with many rides, a wave pool, a water coaster and body slide.

Imaginarium:

Imaginarium in Anchorage city of Alaska is place for gaining hands-on learning experience which is actually learning of science with fun.

Mount Robert Tramway:

Hanging in aerial tramway 1800 feet above the mountains and shining white carpet is a fantastic feeling. There are restaurant, theater and nature center, shops etc. at the top of the tramway.

St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church:

An impressive holy structure- Russian Orthodox Church was built in 1894 is very beautiful. The dome of church is shiny due to its gold covering and a gift shop is also nearby it.

Alaska is wonderful adventurous place. It can offer adventure to the mild beginner to crazy enthusiast. Raft a world-class river, kayak along rugged coastlines, hike or bike a mountain trail.