Norway
Capital - Oslo
Major cities - Oslo, Bergen, Stavanger, Trondheim, Fredrikstad
Top attractions - Norway Fjords, Jotunheimen National Park, Heddal Stave Church, Røros
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At a glance
The Land of the Midnight Sun – this is how Norway is sometimes called. If we ask ourselves what we know about Norway, the answer for sure will be very common. Rich folk culture, fascinating history and amazing natural beauty – this is our knowledge of this country. In fact, this country is full of interesting regions and offers a lot of things to do. Of course Norway is a recommended place to visit if you are fond of sport, especially winter outdoors activities. Thanks to Norwegian geographical position and peculiarities of climate, this country is an attractive place for skiing, skating, sledging, and hiking.
It is not only the natural resources that make up the picture we used to call Norway. First of all, it should be mention of national culture and traditions, which retain elements from the Viking age. As for the modern Norwegian culture, it was greatly influenced by the romanticism that occurred in the 19th century. Norwegians are proud of their fellow countrymen, who brought the fame to the whole nation. Painters Johan Christian Dahl and Edvard Munch, composers Edvard Grieg and Christian Sinding, playwrights Henrik Ibsen and Knut Hamsun, sculptor Gustav Vigeland – the list of these outstanding Norwegians can be continued and continued. Be sure, Norway has much to offer tourists. Unique experience and ever-lasting impressions are garanteed to you, if you choose this country as a destination for your holiday.
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