Standard TimeAKST |
UTC-9 |
Daylight Saving Time
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UTC-8 |
IANA Time Zone |
America/Anchorage |
Aniyak time compared to Beijing time (China) |
17 hours ahead |
Aniak: A Remote Town on the Yukon River, Alaska
Located in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Alaska, along the Yukon River, Aniak is a remote town in the Burns-Paso region, about 510 miles from Anchorage, and relies heavily on airplanes or inland waterways for transportation. Founded in the early 1900s, the town sprang up as a result of the gold rush in the Yukon River Basin and was historically an important settlement for gold miners and Native Americans. Today, the population of about 500 is predominantly Alaska Native (Yupik and Athabasca), and the local culture retains traditional fishing and hunting practices, with salmon fishing in the summer and reliance on snow and ice activities in the winter. The economy is based on fishing, forestry, and limited tourism, and visitors can experience Yukon River rafting, aurora viewing, and Native cultural visits. The climate is sub-freezing continental, with long, bitterly cold winters (temperatures as low as -30°C) and short, cool summers (averaging 15°C), making it one of the top destinations for experiencing Alaska's pristine landscape.
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Today is 2025-12-30
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11:57
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17:24
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