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Vigelandsparken   Oslo

Vigelandsparken, Oslo

 152 Reviews  The Vigeland Park is Oslo's largest park and it is home to more than 200 scuptures of the artist Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943). The sculptures illustrate all aspects of human life and emotions and... 

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Mount Fløien   Bergen

Mount Fløien, Bergen

 73 Reviews  Skomakerdiket (means Shoemaker lake) is just one kilometer from the funicular top station. A fine destination on days where you want an easy hike. You can make it longer by walking up the gravel road... 

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Preikestolen & Kjeragbolten   Stavanger

Preikestolen & Kjeragbolten, Stavanger

 28 Reviews  The walk to Preikestolen is a must! I’ve made this walk several times since coming to live in Stavanger and hope to do it at least one more time before I leave. The walk and climb to Priekestolen is... 

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Nidaros Cathedral and Archbishops Palace   Trondheim

Nidaros Cathedral and Archbishops Palace, Trondheim

 57 Reviews  Nidarosdomen, the cathedral of Trondheim dates back to the year 1070 and with its giant facade, decorated with 3 rows of statues of bishops, saints and kings it is one of the most significant gothic... 

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Vikingship museum (Viking skip museum)   Oslo

Vikingship museum (Viking skip museum), Oslo

 76 Reviews  There may be only three long boats in this museum, but two are in wonderful condition and extremely graceful. Thus they make great photographic subjects. Note that one of the three is in a fragile... 

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Fish Market   Bergen

Fish Market, Bergen

 42 Reviews  Bergen remains tied to the sea, and this is obvious in the stalls of the fish market. Walk about and check out the vendor's products, some of which can be sample. It is an easy stroll from the Bryggen... 

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Stavanger domkirke   Stavanger

Stavanger domkirke, Stavanger

 10 Reviews  The cathedral is placed right in the middle of the town, between the main harbour and Breiavatnet . The Norway's oldest cathedral was built around 1125 and dedicated to St. Svithun. It is the only... 

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Bakklandet, Gamle Bybro and the wharfs   Trondheim

Bakklandet, Gamle Bybro and the wharfs, Trondheim

 36 Reviews  Next to Gamle Bybro you will find the most attractive of these old wodden houses along the river Nida. They certainly look best in the morning-sun and when you take the pics from one of the bridges... 

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The Royal Palace   Oslo

The Royal Palace, Oslo

 69 Reviews  The Royal Palace (Det Kongelige Slott) was build in classicsm style and completed in 1848. The Palace is surrounded by beautiful gardens. A statue of King Karl Johan sitting on a horse is placed on... 

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Hansa Bryggen   Bergen

Hansa Bryggen, Bergen

 50 Reviews  By the time I reached to city center its almost evening.I had just 3 hours in hand so I was literally on run to see whatever comes in front of me.I reached this place without asking any... 

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Gamle Stavanger   Stavanger

Gamle Stavanger, Stavanger

 11 Reviews  You can't leave Stavanger without to see the Gamle Stavanger, the ancient Stavanger. This is the oldest side of the town and you can see many old white wooden houses built in the 18th century with... 

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Munkholmen and Ravnkloa   Trondheim

Munkholmen and Ravnkloa, Trondheim

 16 Reviews  The island of Munkholm is just a few hundred meters off the port of Trondheim and it was used over the centuries as a monastery, as a prison and nowadays it is a place where tourists are going to in... 

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Holmenkollen   Oslo

Holmenkollen, Oslo

 74 Reviews  The Holmenkollen is located about 371 m above sea level. It is home of the worlds most famous ski jump tower (56 m) which offers fantastic views of Oslo and the Fjord. Aprt from that it gives you a... 

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Tours and Activities   Bergen

Tours and Activities, Bergen

 33 Reviews  Though a major city, you don?t have to travel far before you are in prime birding habitat. One area that is well worth a visit is Kalandsvatnet. This large lake is surrounded by woodlands and... 

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Hafsfjord   Stavanger

Hafsfjord, Stavanger

 4 Reviews  Møllebukta in Hafrsfjord is a popular beach. The fjord is shallow with a narrow opening into the ocean, which means that bathing temperatures are often higher here than on the Jæren beaches. And I... 

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Torvet   Trondheim

Torvet, Trondheim

 9 Reviews  The monument of OLAV TRYGGVASON, also known as Holy Olav,who was the founder of Trondheim is situated in the centre of the giant townsquare. He was born in Russia and started to introduce christianity... 

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Akershus Fortress   Oslo

Akershus Fortress, Oslo

 85 Reviews  Akerhus Fortress (Akerhus Festning) was used to protect Oslo from sea attacks. Some of the medieval buildings date back to the 13th century. Around 1697 parts of the fortress were rebuilt into a... 

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City centre / Waterfront / Parks   Bergen

City centre / Waterfront / Parks, Bergen

 52 Reviews  Gågate is a Pedestrian Street in Norwegian. Gågate is near the harbour on the left bank towards Nordnes. Here you will find small shops and cafes. At the entrance there is a tower gate that is a part... 

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Oljemuseet   Stavanger

Oljemuseet, Stavanger

 12 Reviews  The Norwegian Petroleum Museum shows its interesting face starting from its architecture. It is said that there is hardly a building in Norway that signals its function as obviously as the Oil Museum.... 

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Kristiansten   Trondheim

Kristiansten, Trondheim

 10 Reviews  Kristiansten fortress was built on a small hill above Trondheim and it dates back to the year 1691. There is a museum. but that was under reconstruction, while I was in Trondheim in September 2009. At... 

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Karl Johansgate   Oslo

Karl Johansgate, Oslo

 38 Reviews  Karl Johans gate is the main pedestrian street of Oslo, which is called after the Norwegian king Karl III Johan. The street is the main orientation, especially for those of you who arrive in the... 

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Buildings, streets and Alleys   Bergen

Buildings, streets and Alleys, Bergen

 57 Reviews  As you walk around Bergen there are some lovely buildings and alleyways for you to explore. Apart from the wonderful trademark colourful buildings on the waterfront there are lots more hidden away in... 

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Lysenfjorden - Not pulpit or kjærag   Stavanger

Lysenfjorden - Not pulpit or kjærag, Stavanger

 4 Reviews  There are two boat companies in Stavanger offering sightseeing trips down the Lysefjord. We have been with Rodne boats, which leave from the central harbour area in Stavanger (not far from the Skagen... 

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Vår Frue Kirke   Trondheim

Vår Frue Kirke, Trondheim

 6 Reviews  Vår Frue Kirke does not look very special from outside, but the interior is really worth seeing although this church is also a so-called "open church" that means it is open all day and even untill... 

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Aker Brygge   Oslo

Aker Brygge, Oslo

 43 Reviews  Aker Brygge is one of the newer parts of Oslo. It was built on the grounds of the old shipyards. The area is packed with shops, theatres, cinemas and many restaurants and cafes at the harbour... 

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Norway in a Nutshell

by travelfrosch

This tour is certainly no secret, but it's touristy for a reason. If you have a limited time to spend in Norway, this is THE trip to take. The most important part of the "tour" (note this is not an organized tour) is a train/boat/bus journey from Myrdal to Flåm to Gudvangen to Voss. The trip can be taken in either direction, and is possible as a round trip from Oslo or Bergen, or as a detour enroute from one to the other. NOTE: All trains, boats, and buses are scheduled to coincide with one another. In 1997, I traveled from Oslo to Bergen via the Nutshell, spent a few hours in Bergen, then took the night train back to Oslo. Sadly, no photos from this trip; the photos you see are from a trip in 2004.From Myrdal, you take the Flåmsbana down the steep rack railway to fjordside in Flåm. From there, you board a boat through the Sognefjord and Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen (to say the scenery is...

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Dalen Hotel

by Cristian_Uluru

The fantastic Dalen Hotel was built in 1894, its architecture inspired by Norway's historic stave churches. From the very beginning, it was an imposing structure, built in the "dragon style", the Norwegian version of the "Swiss chalet" architecture popular throughout Europe at that time.In the first years of 20th century Dalen Hotel has been host to many imporatant people as well as King Haakon, the King of Siam, Leopold of Belgium and a myriad of other prominent Europeans.The era of greatness enjoyed by Dalen Hotel lasted for over fifty years until the Second World War. The Germans confiscated the hotel during the war and at the time, many of the hotel's guests and original inventory disappeared.The hotel was indeed in a sorry state following a number of years of neglect and decay and for a long time there was not much hope for this once so distinguished building. Towards the end of the...

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The Oslo-Florø bus route - the big fjords access

by Saagar

There are daily buses from Oslo to Florø via Valdres, Tyin and Lærdal, Sogndal, Jølster and Førde before Florø. The journey is about 10 hours. You can stop just about everywhere along the route, but expect pick-ups to happen at more limited number of bus stops.

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Polaria Museum

by GypsyLightChaser

Great Museum about the Polar with seals playing in the water and other marine life in the area. One of the "must do" activities while there is to see Ivo Caprino's beautiful film about Svalbard - Many scenes shot from a helicoptor. On a large screen you will fly over the landscapes that fill you with excitement. See the animals that inhabit the area with soothing music in the background. I suggest watching this at the end of your stroll through the enhibits. Copies availble for purchase.Entrance fees: Adults NOK 80,-Children NOK 40,-Senior citizens NOK 65Students NOK 55Family NOK 190 (2 adults + up to 3 children)Opening hours: May 18th - Aug. 15th: 10 - 19Aug. 16th - May 16th: 12 - 17Polaria also has a café with a nice gift shop. I found lots of goodies while shopping. It is expensive but worth it.

Fjaerland

by munki

Fjaerland is one of the most picturesque villages in Norway. This beautiful peaceful little village with no more than 300 habitants is located at the end of the Fjaerlandsfjord and it is famous for its second-hand book shops and magnificent mountain scenery. More than 200.000 books are sold in several barns and boat houses in the village.To reach the Norwegian Book town you either take a ferry or you will have to drive the toll private road between Sogndal and Lunde. Note the road between Skei and Fjaerland is free of charge.The Norsk Bremuseum (Norwegian Glacier Museum) which is located outside the village on highway 5 it is a must visit if you are interested in snow, ice and glaciers.Entrance admission is NOK 80 for adults.

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Puffins

by munki

There are between 12-15 millions puffins in the world. 60% of the world population breeds in Iceland.Puffins diet is based on small fish but they can eat crustacean too.Puffin’s peak has specialized to hold fish while the birds are in the ocean.They dig burrows with their bills and feet to breed their chicks. They like to make their burrows in earth on steep sea cliffs where predators can’t reach them. At the end of the burrow there is always a soft nest of hay and feathers.Puffins lay one egg per year and can live up to 20 years.Runde island is one of the best places in Europe to see puffins.

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Fjord Horses

by munki

The Norwegian Fjord horse retains much of its ancestor's primitive vigour, as well as the uniform dun coat colour.The modern Fjord horse is compact and strongly muscled, and has short limbs with plenty of bone. The head is wide, with small ears and is of pony type.These days the Fjord is used as a pack horse, in harness, under saddle and for ploughing. It is sound and hardy and can operate on a modest diet.Fjord horses have been successful throughout the world in driving competitions, and their stamina and courage are an asset in long-distance riding.

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JOTUNHEIMEN

by mtncorg

Home of the Giants, this mountain region northeast of the Sognefjord - northwest of Lillehamar - is home to Norway's tallest mountains - Galdhopiggen and Glintertind being the highest. This is wild and vast country that is set up for the traveller on foot. You can wander among these mountains for weeks, utilizing the huts system and well-marked trails - or you can wander crosscountry with good map and compass, for the region is above timberline for the most part. See my Jotunheimen pages for more information. See also the website for Den Norske Turistforening - below - and read Andrew Stevenson's book "Summer Lights" which begins with a trek across the Jotunheimen.

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HARDANGERVIDDA

by mtncorg

This is the largest mountain plateau to be found in Norway. Most of the vast region is above timberline and you are in tundra, snow and rock (Vidda = tundra). There are well-marked paths and huts set in strategically advantageous positions. Lakes are found throughout. It is an empty terrain that you can find filled with life on closer inspection. The days can definitely be a case of Big Sky Country. The nights can shine with a vast array of stars. Remember, though, the weather can be a factor in your travels - rain, grey and snow. Also, tundra can always mean mosquitos;-/

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FANTOFF

by mtncorg

Stave churches are the oldest churches of Norway. Many can be found in various locations of southern Norway. Because they were made of wood, many have burnt over the years. Fantoff, found just outside Bergen, is a glorious example of a Norwegian stave kirke. Dragons bedeck the eaves. It is easy to see the influence of earlier gods and religious thought on the early Christians of the Viking world.

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