Whether you’re a fan of skiing, snowboarding, or just making snow angels, certain corners of the Earth are blessed with more fresh powder than others. The following are some of the snowiest places in the world that are accessible, and should be your next stop if you need a fix of frozen white wonderland.
Sapporo, Japan
The fourth-largest city in Japan is famous for its Sapporo Snow Festival each year, featuring snow and ice sculptures, cultural snow-related activities, and a reflection of the region’s long history. There is plenty to work with — the northernmost island of Hokkaido where Sapporo is located gets about 191 inches of snow a year.
Syracuse, New York
With an annual snowfall of approximately 124 inches, this university town averages the most snow in New York State, and has even won the Golden Snowball award. Due to its proximity to Lake Ontario and the region’s humid continental climate, Syracuse gets a dumping every winter – meaning its sports fans often have to trek through massive drifts to make it to the stadium for games.
Quebec, Canada
Averaging approximately 124 inches of snow each year, Quebec City in Canada is the second-largest city in the province and its residents have had to become experts at dealing with the huge amount of snowfall. Quebec winters are also known for their length, lasting more than 100 days, meaning bundling up from head to toe for a period that seem to stretch on endlessly.
Valdez, Alaska
The seaport city of Valdez, Alaska, is a snowy place — not surprising given the surrounding Chugach Mountains and glaciers. On top of its fisheries, Valdez also offers heli-skiing for the adventurous, and is a popular cruise ship destination for those hoping to get up close and personal with the glaciers.
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