Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, resort in Sodankylä, Finland
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort is an accommodation complex in Finnish Lapland offering various lodging options including glass igloos with transparent roofs. The resort spans two villages with log cabins, snow houses, restaurants, and activity centers, all set within snow-covered forests and open wilderness.
The resort was established in 1999 and built the world's first glass igloos, making it a pioneer in this accommodation type. The location has deep connections to the Sami people, who have inhabited this Arctic region for centuries and shaped its way of life.
The name Kakslauttanen comes from the Sami language and refers to two hills in the landscape. Visitors can meet Sami herders today and experience reindeer traditions that have shaped life in this region for centuries.
The resort is about 30 minutes from Ivalo Airport with daily flights from Helsinki. A free shuttle bus connects the two villages, and rental cars and transport services are available for exploring the area.
The resort was the first place in the world to build glass igloos in 1999, an innovation that made it world-famous. This invention lets visitors watch the northern lights and stars directly from their beds, completely changing how people experience the Arctic.
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