Svalbard & Jan Mayen Islands Olonkinbyen

The totem pole «Totempælen» outside Olonkinbyen on remote arctic island Jan Mayen shows the hometowns of many of the people who have served here.

Take the shot from the north side; that way, you'll get the dramatic landscape in the background.

It is possible to travel to Jan Mayen, but it's not easy and access is highly restricted. Jan Mayen is a Norwegian territory, and while Norwegian citizens can visit, they need to contact the station commander before arrival. Foreign citizens must obtain permission from Norwegian authorities. Independent travel is practically impossible due to the lack of ports, airports, and regular transport.