The most popular winter destinations in the world, according to social media
With The Winter Olympics lighting up screens with snowy landscapes travellers are getting wanderlust for cold climates.
But where can you get the chilly experiences you see on social media?
A report on Instagram-worthy winter location by digital entertainment platform JB.com examined global landmarks and destinations to identify where travellers capture and share the most compelling photos.
Here are all the places which came out on top.
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10. Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
The world's largest salt flat, Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia, entered the top ten for its other-worldly landscapes.
9. Lago di Braies, Italy
Lago di Braies, known as the frozen lake, is a popular place to see in The Dolomites of Northern Italy.
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8. Frozen waterfalls
Visit national parks in many places in the world in winter and, if it's cold enough you may be able to find a frozen waterfall.
Pictured is Plitvice National Park in Croatia.
7. The Canadian Rockies
The jaw-dropping Canadian Rockies was high on the list for winter scenes to share online.
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6. The Dolomites, Northern Italy
The Dolomites as a whole in Italy are looked up by more than 850K people every month, with almost half a million Instagram posts sharing pictures of its alpine peaks.
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5. Glacier landscapes, Alps & Nordics
Glacier landscapes round out the top five, appearing in five million Instagram posts across multiple regions, the research found.
The Alps, Nordic countries, and North America feature these massive ice formations, where blue-tinted walls create dramatic Instagrammable scenes.
4. Winter light festivals, Europe
Winter light festivals are also among the most photographed attractions, with over 350,000 Instagram hashtags.
These festivals are often hosted across northern Europe, where cities transform around December and January with massive light installations and illuminated sculptures.
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3. Hot Springs in Snow, Nordic Regions & Japan
Scenes with hot springs surrounded by snow are featured in 2.3 million Instagram posts, with Nordic regions and Japan offering the most popular spots for capturing these winter moments.
2. The Arctic Circle, Northern Scandinavia
The Arctic Circle is the second-best place to visit during winter and get Instagram-worthy pictures.
About 25,000 people search for Arctic locations monthly, looking for spots within Scandinavia, Alaska, and northern Canada, the survey said.
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