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Juneau
 Perched
on a thin strip of land at the mouth of Gold Creek, Juneau is
arguably one of America's most beautiful state capitals, with the
looming summits of Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts providing a gorgeous
backdrop. Once an integral part of Alaska's Gold Rush, the city
now boasts a mixture of natural and manmade attractions. In fact,
there's so much to do and see here that Princess offers no less
than 30 different excursions in and around Juneau - including the
chance to walk on a glacier.
A VIBRANT
DOWNTOWN
Nearly half of Juneau's 30,000 residents work for a government
agency, but outside of the marble-columned state capitol building,
the city is a far cry from anything resembling Washington, D.C.
The downtown area is filled with many vibrant buildings, including
the must-see St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church, which houses
artwork and artifacts that date back to the 18th century. From the
bright mural in Marine Park to the carvings in the House of
Wickersham, downtown is filled with Alaska's own unique brand of
culture and architecture.
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Juneau, Alaska
 
MENDENHALL
GLACIER
Often hailed as Juneau's most impressive sight, nearby Mendenhall
Glacier is approximately 12 miles long and 1.5 miles wide. You can
see the glacier on a float trip or a "flightseeing" adventure, or
hike up one of its trails for a closer inspection. The Mendenhall
Visitor Center is filled with photos and information designed to
make your visit both fun and educational.
TOP OF THE
CITY
For a bird's-eye view, the Mt. Roberts Tramway offers a short,
six-minute trek to the top of Mt. Roberts, 1800 feet above the
city. If wildlife is your passion, scenic Admiralty Island has the
world's highest concentration of brown bears. |
