Words fail me

I cannot sufficiently describe Svalbard. It is fresh; it is cold; it is rugged. It is bright pastel houses and snow-covered peaks. It is thrilling. I went for a walk after working at UNIS today, so I'll just let my photos speak for themselves. This island is pure, unadultered magic.

Looking toward town, from the student housing

Looking away from town

"Downtown"

UNIS is the angular brown building.

This guy greets you as you enter the grocery store - the only one in town.

Look! My outfit matches the houses!