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Pietro Querini is the Venetian nobleman who in the early summer of 1431 in Chania, Crete embarks on a ship loaded with wine and spices, and a crew...
Everything from Norway
Norway, a Nordic country in Northern Europe, encompasses rugged coastline, deep fjords, and Arctic tundra. It shares the Scandinavian Peninsula with Sweden and has a population of approximately 5.5 million. The capital, Oslo, is a modern city surrounded by forests and fjords. Norway’s history is rooted in the Viking Age, and it was later part of a union with Denmark and then Sweden before gaining full independence in 1905.
Today, it is a constitutional monarchy with a strong welfare state. Although not an EU member, it is closely associated through the EEA. Norway possesses one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, financed by its extensive oil and gas reserves. The country is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, high standard of living, and commitment to sustainability.
You will find an introduction to the country under the Destinations menu. Seek inspiration in Sandalsand’s articles from places, road trips and hikes. Also, browse photos and videos from Norway. You may even want to dive into the country’s World Heritage Sites.
Doors in the city of Stavanger
Doors are among the most fascinating objects one can observe by walking around in a city centre, like Stavanger. Building facades with windows and...
VIDEO – Norway – Røst in Lofoten
This video is from a boat trip to the seabird colonies of Røst in outer Lofoten. They are home to the largest population of sea eagles in the world...
World Heritage #1486 – Rjukan-Notodden
Yes, Rjukan-Notodden is an Industrial Heritage Site but it is also the site of one of the most spectacular commando operations during World War II....
The resurrection of the Hafrsfjord Vikings
There is an annual resurrection of the Hafrsfjord Vikings in the shape of a market, a "kaupang". It has become very popular. What we saw Last...
Saltstraumen, the world’s strongest maelstrom
Outside Bodø in Northern Norway we find Saltstraumen, the strongest maelstrom, or tidal current, in the world. Four times a day enormous quantities...
Sculptures in the centre of Oslo, Part 2
We are looking for sculptures in Oslo, from the Central Station to the Royal Palace. Part 2 takes us from the Storting and up the hill to the Royal...
Sculptures in the centre of Oslo, Part 1
We are looking for sculptures in Oslo, from the Central Station to the Royal Palace. Part 1 takes us up to the Storting. Whoever walks from...
Nature: 11 Picturesque Lakes
Let’s have a look at 11 picturesque lakes. Lakes come in all sizes and some even contain salt water. This article illustrates and describes...
Nature: 9 Fascinating Beaches
I bet you know many beaches. This article is about my selection 9 fascinating beaches. With about 70% percent of the Earth covered by water, there...
Nature: 4 Dramatic waterfalls
Get to know 4 dramatic waterfalls. I am exploring nature in terms of the classic elements of nature. This is a combined water and earth element....
Nature: 6 Great highlands
Some mountain plateaus or plains are more adventurous than the average. My examples of 6 great highlands are from different parts of the world....
Nature: 8 Amazing Mountain Views
Have you been to these 8 amazing mountain views? If you take nature as the basis and exclude skyscrapers, constructed “skywalks” and...
Nature: 8 Dramatic Cliffs
Here you will find 8 dramatic cliffs. Steep mountain slopes hitting the waves on a coastline are always dramatic, especially in rough weather....
Nature: 7 Strange Rock Formations
What do I mean by 7 strange rock formations? Well, the Earth’s surface is full of loose stones and boulders and solid rocks. Some have over the...
