<strong>Aldeyjarfoss Waterfall, Sprengisandsleið, Iceland: </strong>You can get close to Aldeyjarfoss waterfalls on your own, but guides are recommended for visitors as weather and road conditions are temperamental.
Aldeyjarfoss Waterfall, Sprengisandsleið, Iceland: You can get close to Aldeyjarfoss waterfalls on your own, but guides are recommended for visitors as weather and road conditions are temperamental.
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<strong>The winter waterfalls at Wells Gray Park, British Columbia, Canada:</strong> Dawson Falls is considered one of the most challenging mixed-ice climbs in the world. It's also a popular, if chilly, spot for engagement and wedding photos.
The winter waterfalls at Wells Gray Park, British Columbia, Canada: Dawson Falls is considered one of the most challenging mixed-ice climbs in the world. It's also a popular, if chilly, spot for engagement and wedding photos.
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<strong>Lowell Fountain, Bryant Park, New York City: </strong>Lowell Fountain first froze over in 2002 but, due to safety fears, park workers cut off the frozen bits. Now they let the water freeze over as long as it can.
Lowell Fountain, Bryant Park, New York City: Lowell Fountain first froze over in 2002 but, due to safety fears, park workers cut off the frozen bits. Now they let the water freeze over as long as it can.
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<strong>Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan: </strong>The sun rises over a frozen Lake Superior and reflects the blue hues on Grand Island's ice curtains. They star in their own feature, "Michigan Ice Film."
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan: The sun rises over a frozen Lake Superior and reflects the blue hues on Grand Island's ice curtains. They star in their own feature, "Michigan Ice Film."
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<strong>The lighthouses of Lake Michigan, Michigan: </strong>You'll want to layer up and consider donning thermal underwear before you venture out towards South Haven's Pierhead Lighthouse, as temperatures on the water's edge often drop to 0 F (- 18 C).
The lighthouses of Lake Michigan, Michigan: You'll want to layer up and consider donning thermal underwear before you venture out towards South Haven's Pierhead Lighthouse, as temperatures on the water's edge often drop to 0 F (- 18 C).
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<strong>Niagara Falls, US and Canada: </strong>An "ice bridge" at the bottom of the falls forms when ice chunks pop up and out of the pool, creating a glacier 80-100 feet thick.
Niagara Falls, US and Canada: An "ice bridge" at the bottom of the falls forms when ice chunks pop up and out of the pool, creating a glacier 80-100 feet thick.
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<strong>Fountains of Paris:</strong> Temperatures don't usually hit freezing in Paris, but when they do, seek out fountains like Place de la Concorde throughout the city for an Instagram photo few others can boast about having.
Fountains of Paris: Temperatures don't usually hit freezing in Paris, but when they do, seek out fountains like Place de la Concorde throughout the city for an Instagram photo few others can boast about having.
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<strong>Waterfall at Mimishui Scenic Spot, Pingshan, China: </strong>Waterfalls in Mimishui scenic spot can drop 93 meters down. It's in Pingshan County of Shijiazhuang, capital of north China's Hebei Province.
Waterfall at Mimishui Scenic Spot, Pingshan, China: Waterfalls in Mimishui scenic spot can drop 93 meters down. It's in Pingshan County of Shijiazhuang, capital of north China's Hebei Province.
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<strong>Panther Falls, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada: </strong>Panther Falls at Banff National Park is just one reason the Canadian Rockies are a mecca for ice climbers.<br />
Panther Falls, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada: Panther Falls at Banff National Park is just one reason the Canadian Rockies are a mecca for ice climbers.
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