People live in Svalbard primarily for work opportunities in industries such as mining, research, tourism, and administration. The unique Arctic environment and tax benefits also attract individuals seeking adventure and a peaceful lifestyle in a remote setting.
Fewer than 2500.
Penguins and icebears
Almost above 10lakh people visit Svalbard each year but its hard to figure out the exact number.
Why not? There's plenty of sea ice, a necessity for their habitat, it doesn't get too warm in the summer, and there are very few people.
Svalbard
Svalbard is located in the Arctic Ocean and is considered part of Europe. It is an archipelago situated north of mainland Europe, between Norway and the North Pole.
There are no trains in Svalbard.
Svalbard is a part of Norway.
Svalbard is in the Artic Ocean.
The economy of Svalbard is primarily based on coal mining, research activities, tourism, and administration related to the Svalbard Treaty. Many residents work in these sectors, with some also engaged in services, hospitality, and education. Fishing and hunting are also limited economic activities.
Fewer than 2500 total.