Photographer Chad Blakley took this imagery yesterday of green aurorae over the Abisko National Park in Sweden. Fittingly, it was St. Patrick’s Day! Check out his website, in case you want to travel to see the aurora borealis – Blakley can take you on a tour!
Aurora Borealis in Abisko National Park. 3-17-13 from Lights Over Lapland on Vimeo.
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