Interesting Places in Norway

Although Norway is seen as one of the most frigid countries in the world, it draws a lot of tourism from Americans interested in their heritage and love for winter sports. Despite frigid conditions, Norway has beautiful natural parks and wonders to see as well as in-depth museums and hands-on exhibits discussing the country's history. Here is a look at some points of interest in Norway.
  1. The Geiranger Fjord

    • A natural wonder, the Geiranger Fjord is the biggest and most dramatic fjord in all of Norway. Even more impressive is the 6,000-foot mountains above it.

    Jostedalsbreen National Park

    • Located between a fjord and glacier, Jostedalsbreen, the park is over 432 sq. kilometers. Jostedalsbreen is Europe's largest glacier over 1,000 meters in height.

    Vikingskiphuset (Viking Ship Museum)

    • One big part of Norway's history is the Vikings. Oslo is home to the Viking Ship Museum, an in-depth museum that covers all aspects of the Vikings. You can even see a real Viking ship when you visit.

    Vigeland Sculpture Park

    • Art and nature combine in one of Oslo's most famous attractions. Located in Frogner Park, enjoy a stroll through the life cycle through the eyes of Adolf Gustav Vineland.

    Nordkapp

    • Nordkapp is a peninsula that is the most northern point of Europe. It is not a part of the actual mainland of Norway, but of the Island Mageroya.

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