Tasiilaq

With no more than 2,000 residents, Tasiilaq is East Greenland's largest town. Surrounded by snow-dappled peaks and an ocean speckled with frosty icebergs, Tasiilaq is one of Sermersooq's most scenic locales. This quintessential Greenlandic town sits along the shore of King Oscar's Harbour, on the eastern face of the island. Summers in Tasiilaq bring with them an opportunity to embark upon hiking, climbing and boating expeditions, while winters promise the thrill of activities like skiing and dog-sledding. The charming town is also a hub of artistic expression, with modern media like photography intermingling with traditional crafts like the popular tupilak figurines. Often touted as the "front side" of Greenland, Tasiilaq stands at the doorway to the island-nation's many wonders.