Archipelago Of Wonders

Located in the Norwegian Sea, above the Arctic Circle, Lofoten Islands is famous for inspiring the landscapes of the Disney hit movie, Frozen. Varuni Vij's camera captures the autumn colours of this archipelago.

- Varuni Vij

JOURNEYING THROUGH Norway’s Lofoten Islands in the September of 2023 felt like stepping into another realm, one where nature and emotion intertwined.

The rugged landscapes were adorned with the hues of autumn; the winding roads flanked by towering mountains and fjords evoked a sense of awe. As I watched the dance of Aurora Borealis, I felt a connection with the universe that I never had before.

It made me realise how small the world we live in is. Contrary to the stereotype linking this spectacle to freezing winters, the relative warmth of September nights became the backdrop for a magical experience, and I felt lucky to have witnessed this three times across five countries.

Amid this enchantment, the village of Henningsvaer emerged as a living storybook. Quaint houses delicately poised on stilts above the water created a scene straight from a fairy tale.