In northern Alaska just south of Alaska’s ‘golden heart city’ of Fairbanks is the tiny town of North Pole. With a name like that, it’s easy to assume that this destination would be the place to visit during the holiday season. The town definitely lives up to its enchanting reputation.

With a small population just over 2,000 year-round residents, it’s really quite remarkable to see how alive and positively remarkable this destination becomes during the snowy winter months. From the Santa Claus House to the Christmas In Ice event, visitors from all around the great 49th state as well as all over the world, are drawn to this place because of its magical winter wonderland appeal.

The tiny town of North Pole, Alaska is seemingly a year-round Christmas destination.
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But during the holidays it turns into a winter wonderland paradise.
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As you drive down the highway you'll notice a massive statue on the side of the road.
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As you get closer you'll realize that it's actually the tallest Santa Claus statue in the U.S.
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And of course, it's conveniently located on St. Nicholas Drive.
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The Santa Claus House is one of the town's most popular attractions.
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The reindeer outside are happily displayed all year long for visitors from all over the world to enjoy.
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But the winter wonderland appeal is much more authentic after the snow starts flying.
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As you walk up, you'll be greeted by a colorful painting of Santa's elves hard at work.
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Inside you'll find an abundance of holiday gifts and an assortment of yummy treats.
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Sit in Santa's throne for the ultimate Christmastime photo shoot.
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Or if you visit when Santa and Mrs. Claus are there you can sit on the big man's lap and tell him what you want for Christmas.
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The Santa Claus House even has a witty sense of humor.
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You can even write a letter to the kiddos back home addressed from Santa Claus at the 'real' North Pole.
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Come Dasher, come Dancer, come Prancer and Vixen! Outside you can even visit with real life reindeer.
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Next to the Santa Claus House is the winter ice park which features Christmas themed ice art competition pieces.
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This six week annual event runs from the end of November through the beginning of January.
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Other fun attractions include ice slides, a maze, twirlers, indoor kids’ crafts and educational ice sculpture demonstrations.
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At nighttime, the colored lights really make the ice sculptures come to life.
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The sculptures are so intricately done that they will WOW ever man, woman and child that passes through.
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Bundle up, load up the family, grab some hot cocoa and enjoy walking around this magical winter wonderland.
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If you love the North Pole, you’ll definitely agree that this one spot in Alaska is basically heaven on earth. To continue with the holiday fun, be sure to take this Christmas Lights road trip in Alaska that is nothing short of magical.

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