Photos of Norwegian life and culture, after which a trip there will become vital

The centuries-old traditions of the Norwegian people include ancient beliefs and legends, as well as the customs of their Viking ancestors. Folklore can tell a lot about the exploits and campaigns of these fearless warriors and conquerors. Perhaps it was thanks to them that modern Norwegians acquired such traits as honesty, courage, openness and dignity. This country certainly deserves the love of travelers and, of course, gets it in abundance. But if suddenly you have not had time to visit here personally and personally to get acquainted with the peculiarities of local life and people, then we will try to send your thirst for travel here. After all, this country is worth it!

We present to you a selection of interesting photos from Norway, sometimes insignificant, but cute, sometimes funny and amazing, after which you are filled with an unbridled desire to go explore this country as soon as possible.

The cover of Norway's Social Guide, playful and fun.

A major oil platform in Norway at the height of a storm.

A stunning find was discovered right on the cliff surface in southern Norway - an old Viking-era sword.

A variety of soft Norwegian cheese, whose name translates as "fresh as snow."

In local stores you can find potatoes that are already fully prepared for baking - you just have to throw it in the coals.

The bottom of this water bottle is made in the shape of mountains.

A huge moose made of steel by the Norwegian artist Linda Bakke is called in a creative manner to help reduce the number of accidents.

Norwegian ski jumper Robert Johansson, bronze medalist at the Pyeongchang Olympic Games, conquered everyone with his mustache.

The Swords in Stone monument, located near the city of Stavanger, is a symbol of peace, saying that they will never rise again. The monument is dedicated to the battle of 872. The large sword here symbolizes King Harald the Beautiful, who won the battle, and the other two - the defeated kings.

Construction of the Hålogaland Bridge, which will be the second longest suspension bridge in Norway and the longest bridge beyond the Arctic Circle. Its length is 1533 meters.

The wooden church is located in the village of Borgund and is one of the oldest surviving frame churches. The approximate date of its construction is 1150.

Above the Lysefjord rises the beautiful plateau Kierag. It is here that the famous Kieragbolten Hanging Stone is located.

The Idrettslag Stadium in the small fishing village of Henningswer, has become famous throughout the world for its unusual location. The fact is that it occupies two small islands.

Aalesund is not just one of Norway’s most beautiful cities, it is also where the world's largest ritual bonfire dedicated to the summer solstice is lit.

The statue of Harald the Fair-haired, the first king of Norway, is located in the capital of Oslo.

A majestic place that tourists overly love. The giant cliff Prekestulen 604 meters high, located opposite the Kierag plateau.

Dawn over the Norwegian fjords is always beautiful. Even when it bounces off a soap bubble.

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