He came across the islands during his third exploration to discover a polar route to the East....
That Arctic sea bears his name in his honour. Before tourism took over, the first settlers relied on two activities: coal mining and whaling. Today, Svalbard is known worldwide for its kayaking, snowmobile and dog sledding activities....
You can also go hiking or skiing, but it is advised to never leave the town without a qualified guide due to the high numbers of polar bears in the area....
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