Frozen Architecture

Hotel De Glace, Quebec

The Ice Hotel (also known as Hotel De Glace in French) in Quebec, Canada, is the first and only true ice hotel in North America. Made entirely of snow and ice, this architectural marvel features a new theme every year and is a wonder to behold in the coldest winter months when it is open to the public.

Jukkasjarvi Ice Hotel, Sweden

Every winter, the ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjarvi, Sweden, rises with brand new architecture and design. It is the world's first ice hotel. The hotel, including the chairs and beds, is constructed from snow and ice blocks taken from the nearby Torne River. Artists are invited to create different rooms and decorations made by ice. Besides bedrooms, there is a bar, with glasses made of ice and an ice chapel that is popular with marrying couples.

Ice Bar, London

The Ice Bar is a permanent ice bar fixture in London where the walls, bar, tables and even your own personal glass are made from Torne River ice - harvested from the pristine winter wonderland of Jukkasjarvi in Northern Sweden.

LumiLinna Snow Castle, Finland

The Lumilinna SnowCastle in Kemi, Finland is the biggest snow fort in the world. It opens from late January through mid April each year, featuring different architecture each year. The Snow Castle includes a hotel with 18 regular rooms, family rooms for groups up to five, and a honeymoon suite. The temperature hovers at a constant 23 degrees Fahrenheit. There's also an adventureland for kids, a theater, ice art gallery, restaurant and ice chapel.

Harbin International Ice And Snow Festival, China

The Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival is an annual winter festival that takes place with a theme in Harbin, China. It has evolved into the largest ice and snow festival in the world. Initially, participants in the festival were mainly Chinese, however it has since become an international festival and competition. The festival includes the world's biggest ice sculptures, many of which are illuminated by colored nights in the evening, providing a spectacular show.

Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, Norway