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Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre

Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Kjersti Bang
Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Peter B. Strauman
Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Bjørn Moholdt
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Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Kjersti Bang Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Peter B. Strauman Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Bjørn Moholdt
Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Kjersti Bang
Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Peter B. Strauman
Alta Museum - World heritage Rock art centre Photo: Bjørn Moholdt

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Experience Northern Europe's largest and richest rock carving site, inscribed on the UNESCO's World Heritage List. Here you can walk on pathways arranged around the rock carving area. Fantastic view over the Alta Fjord.

The 2000 to 6200 years old rock carvings show the life of hunters and fishermen. Museum with historical exhibitions, café with a panoramic view, souvenir shop. Guided tours for groups with reservation in advance.

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  • General facilities

    • Café/Cafeteria

  • Disabled persons

    • access for wheelchairs
    • adapted for disabled

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  • Nature attractions Nature attractions
  • Cultural heritage Cultural heritage
  • Museums & Galleries Museums & Galleries
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Last updated: 12/1/2011 Source: NordNorsk Reiseliv AS
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