Falling In Love With Norway

Norway is ranked as “The second happiest country” in the world, on criteria as freedom, honesty, welfare, good health, and generosity. Take part in what makes us happy.

Norway is located in Northern Europe and shares a long land border with Sweden in the East and with Finland and Russia in the Northeast. Covering an area of 385, 178 sq kms, this mesmerizing land is home to majestic glaciers, stunning fjords, heart warming landscapes and beauty in all its bounty. This Scandinavian beauty has Oslo as its capital. Extremely cosmopolitan in its essence, it is an upcoming trade capital and boasts of an active and truly enjoyable nightlife.

Norway is also frequented by those who wish to indulge their senses in the wonder of the Northern lights. Often called the Land of the Midnight Sun, Norway provides you with ample opportunities for recreation. Go on a hiking trail or just soak in the beauty of nature on a fishing trip. The country is divided into multiple small regions each offering a distinct flavour of its own. Rainbows are a common sight and you will find ample of places to sit back and enjoy them.

Norwegian architecture offers a soothing blend of old world charm with modern technology. From 12th century architecture to hi –tech structures, Norway has it all. The country witnesses several climate zones.

Known for deep and wide tunnels. Norway is also famed for having the world’s longest road tunnel with a total length of 24.5 kms, which has become a major tourist attraction. The best way to travel around Norway from one city to another is by train. Within the cities however, a rented car or bike works the best. The country also offers wide variety of accommodation from hostels to luxury hotels.

The estimated population of Norway is 5.084 million. Ethnically, the people residing in Norway are primarily ethnic Norwegians of German descent. However, the last few decades have seen a rise in the number of immigrants and foreign workers, mainly from South East Asia.

The Lofoten Islands

Lofoten is known for excellent fishing, nature attractions such as the northern lights and the midnight sun, and small villages off the beaten track. Kayak between the islands, go fishing for the catch of your life, or look for sea eagles soaring in the sky.

The Lofoten Islands are draped across the turbulent waters of the Norwegian Sea, far above the Arctic Circle. This rare wilderness outpost offers an untrammelled landscape of majestic mountains, deep fjords, squawking seabird colonies and long, surf-swept beaches.

Lofoten has a strong connection to the Viking Age, and at Lofotr Viking Museum you can experience the Viking Age as it really was. At Borg, archaeologists have discovered the largest Viking longhouse ever found from this era. The building is 83 metres long and has been reconstructed as a living museum.

Lofoten is in the process of being certified as a Sustainable Destination, a seal of approval given to destinations that work systematically to reduce the negative impact of tourism. In addition to providing visitors with enjoyable experiences, Lofoten wishes to preserve the local nature, culture and environment, strengthen social values, and be economically viable. The municipality and the travel industry cooperate closely to assure that the destination is a great place both to live in and to visit.

The rapidly changing weather and magnificent light conditions have inspired artists and drawn them to this area for several decades, which is evident in the many art galleries and photo exhibitions.

Bergen

Surrounded by seven hills and seven fjords, Bergen is a beguiling city. During the early Middle Ages, it was an important seaport and a member of the Hanseatic League, as well as Norway's capital – a heritage that can still be glimpsed in the beautifully preserved wooden houses of Bryggen, now protected as a Unesco World Heritage site. Colourful houses creep up the hillsides, ferries flit around the fjords, and a cluster of excellent art museums provide a welcome detour in case Bergen's notoriously fickle weather sets in. Meanwhile, a large student population ensures the city has a buzzy bar scene and nightlife.

The hometown of one of the world's most popular music creators, Kygo, sounds, feels, and tastes like nothing else. Fresh seafood and other local delicacies match a bustling art scene of museums and galleries. The streets of this capital of the fjords is full of wooden, fairy tale houses with the seven mountains as a backdrop.

Tromsø

Tromsø, a city in northern Norway, is a major cultural hub above the Arctic Circle. It’s famed as a viewing point for colorful Northern Lights that sometime light up the nighttime sky. The city’s historic center, on the island of Tromsø, is distinguished by its centuries-old wooden houses. The 1965 Arctic Cathedral, with its distinctive peaked roof and soaring stained-glass windows, dominates the skyline.

The culture of the Arctic area’s indigenous Sami (Laplander) people is honored at the Tromsø University Museum, which also features an arctic-alpine garden. The Polar Museum celebrates past explorations in the region, and the Perspektivet Museum examines Tromsø’s history within an early-19th-century home. Polaria is an Arctic-themed attraction with aquariums and resident seals. The Fjellheisen cable car climbs Mount Stor­stei­nen for sweeping views of the city. In wintertime, Tromsø draws skiers, snowshoers and dogsledders. The city’s long summer days attract hikers, kayakers and mountain bikers.