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| Downtown Juneau, Alaska |
Located on the Gastineau Channel and surrounded by glacier-capped mountains rising thousands of feet, the city of Juneau, founded during a gold rush in 1880, is the state capital. The area has been inhabited for thousands of years by the native cultures of the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people. This was the first town founded after Alaska was purchased from Russia by the United States. Serving as the capital of Alaska since 1906, Juneau is still only accessible by sea or air. For a population of just over 30,000, Juneau is culturally, politically and socially active. The Native tribes, rich with the artistic traditions, have had a profound influence on the development of the city. With dozens of dazzling art galleries, high end boutiques, inviting restaurants and unparalleled scenic landscape and wildlife, there is always something exciting to do in Juneau. Several magnificent fjords are located along the channel coast, and the majestic Mendenhall Glacier, a favorite of visitors, is nearby.
Weather in Juneau, Alaska, July
Temperature Fahrenheit
High 63.9°
Low 48.1°
Mean Temperature 56°
Record High 90°
Record Low 36°
Source: Royal Caribbean Cruise website
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