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Greenland — West Greenland Time (WGT / WGST)
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Major Cities in Greenland
📝 Greenland Facts, Holidays & Tourism
🎓 For Students:
- Education System: Mainly public education, higher studies often require travel abroad.
- Top Institutions: University of Greenland (Ilisimatusarfik, Nuuk).
- Student Visa: Required for international students; handled via Danish authorities for EU/EEA.
- Popular Fields: Arctic studies, environmental science, marine biology, social sciences.
✈️ For Visitors:
- Visa: Part of the Kingdom of Denmark; Schengen visa rules apply.
- Popular Destinations: Nuuk, Ilulissat, Sisimiut, Qaqortoq, Aasiaat, Narsarsuaq.
- Best Time to Visit: June–August (mild weather, long daylight).
- Local Transportation: Ferries, small airports, dog sleds in winter.
💼 For Professionals & Expats:
- Work Visa: Required; most employment through Danish authorities.
- Key Sectors: Mining, fishing, tourism, government services, research.
- Business Etiquette: Friendly, direct, informal yet professional.
- Cost of Living: Very high, especially imported goods.
🏞️ Tourism & Culture:
- Cultural Heritage: Inuit traditions, Viking history, Arctic research culture.
- Natural Attractions: Ice fjords, glaciers, Northern Lights, Arctic wildlife.
- Major Events: Nuuk Snow Festival, Arctic Sounds Music Festival.
- Local Cuisine: Fish, seal, musk ox, Arctic berries.
📌 Quick Tips:
- Currency: Danish Krone (DKK).
- Timezone: WGT (UTC−3), WGST (UTC−2 in summer).
- Emergency Numbers: 112 (Police, Fire, Ambulance).
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz; plug types C and F.