Info about Norway
Norway tourism
If you like the northern parts of Europe, with the Arctic Circle and the cold breeze, then Norway is the perfect destination to visit. Famous for its fjords, glaciers and tall mountains, Norway is a special and not very common tourist destination. Tourists are keen on the varied landscape, with the fjord intended coastline, ski resorts, lakes, woods and mountains. Most of the nature in Norway is unspoiled, and this is one of the reasons why people love it as a location and it attracts skiers and hikers.
Hundred thousand tourists are attracted each year by the waterfalls in the North and West part of the country, they all admire the beautiful landscapes and enjoy the expeditions in the mountains. Besides that, tourists are attracted by the historical and cultural buildings and areas such as Bryggen, Or Vigeland Sculpture Park. The most well known and visited cities are Oslo, Stavanger, Bergen, Trondheim or Tromsø.
The culture of Norway is different from other cultures in Europe, due to the harsh climate, its sparse population and certain isolation from the rest of the world. It has created a culture and identity of its own, with few opulent castles and palaces, long travel distances and small agricultural areas, mainly due to the climate. There are many folk museums in Norway, with an ethnological perspective, with crafts and a distinctive architecture.
As mentioned, people are most impressed by the fjords, with snow covered mountain peaks, with green, lush vegetation and amazing waterfalls. There are many sightseeing trips you can choose from, enjoy the clean air, the experience calm and the raw nature. There are a few most appreciated attractions: The North Cape, with an astonishing view; Finnmarksvidda, one of the largest mountain plateaus; Saltstaumen, the world’s most powerful maelstrom; the Arctic Circle Centre; the boat rides and the fishing in the Vega Islands; Nidarosdomen Cathedral, a Norwich national cathedral, built over the grave of St. Olav, the patron saint of Norway; the Atlantic road, considered one of the world’s best road trips; the Geirangerfjord, a fjord protected by UNDESCO, covered with snow and offering a great view for tourists; the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord extend, also a national park; Jotunheimen, an area which covers a very large concentration of mountains over 2,000 meters; the Flam railway, offering an unforgettable view of the waterfalls in the snow covered mountains, and the twisted tunnels spiraling in and out the mountains, proofs of the skills of the Norwich engineers.
Also, other great areas of interest in Norway are its cities, and Oslo, the capital, is a great combination of the city life, offering access to the outdoors. The top attractions include the Vigelandsparken Sculpture Park, the Opera House, Holmenkollen Ski Jump and the Viking Ship Museum. There is also a wide range of restaurants, cafes and night clubs in Oslo, for all tastes, and besides the buildings, monuments and natural attractions, tourists can enjoy the water activities, farm activities, biking, golfing, action sports, hiking, and, of course, the winter sports, which are very popular.