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History and tradition

Travel back in time and learn about Norway’s rich heritage, including Vikings and the Sami.

National Fortresses

There are 14 large fortresses along the coast of Norway. Akershus Fortress in Oslo and Oscarsborg Fortress in Drøbak are among the most popular ones.

Top 5 Viking experiences in Norway

Marion Fjelde Larsen, curator of the Lofotr Viking Museum, picks five places in Norway well worth a visit.

Stave churches

Stave churches are an important part of Norway's architectural heritage. Urnes Stave Church in the Sognefjord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Polar explorers

Roald Amundsen was the first man in history to reach the South Pole, on 14 December 1911. He is only one of several great Norwegian polar explorers.

Religion in Norway

Norse mythology held sway until Norway became Christian around the year 1000. Today there is religious freedom.

National costumes

The Norwegian national costumes came into existence about 100 years ago when a wave of national romanticism swept across the country.

Viking culture, people and history.

The Vikings earned their place in history as a brave seafaring warrior culture with a fine eye for design and a good ear for storytelling.

Lofotr Viking Museum

"Cheers, good people. Eat well for you have travelled long," says the Viking chieftain as he welcomes visitors for a traditional Viking banquet.

The Pilgrims' Route to Trondheim

The old Pilgrims' Route between Oslo and Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim was reopened the summer of 1997.
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