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4 Magnificent Glaciers in Alaska
With their vibrant shade of icy blue towering over the surrounding seas , glaciers are awe-inspiring natural formations that stimulate the senses . Being in their presence will impress even the most seasoned travelers , especially when you can experience them from up close and watch pieces the size of buildings break down and fall into the sea .
If seeing a glacier up close is on your bucket list , you should embark on a cruise along the mesmerizing coastline of Alaska . With over 27,000 glaciers , the Last Frontier is one of the best places to see these majestic pieces of nature up close . Before embarking on a once-in-alifetime Alaska cruise , here are the top four glaciers you don ’ t want to miss .
Hubbard Glacier With a length of 76 miles , a width of six miles and ice cliffs as tall as a 30-story building , Hubbard Glacier is the largest tidewater glacier in North America . Located in Disenchantment Bay 200 miles northwest of Juneau , this active glacier , known as the “ Galloping Glacier ,” has been growing in thickness and advancing towards the Gulf of Alaska since 1885 . Cruise ships can get within half a mile of the face of the glacier , giving you the perfect view of calving , which happens about every fifteen to twenty minutes during the summer . Plus , while navigating through Disenchantment Bay , you will see five of the 10 tallest mountain peaks in all of North America .
Mendenhall Glacier
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