Norway is a safe and civilized country in Northern Europe, with pleasant weather for outdoor activities. Skiing is a national sport, and fish and seafood are popular cuisine. The Sami people are indigenous, and fjords are a popular attraction. Transportation is easy, and English is widely spoken. Tourists need a valid passport and visa.
Norway is a Scandinavian country bordering Sweden and Finland in the far reaches of Northern Europe. It is a constitutional monarchy and is considered one of the most civilized and safest countries in the world.
Although it is located in the far north, the temperature in Norway in summer is pleasant and can even be a little hot. The weather is perfect for all kinds of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, hunting and fishing. Skiing, of course, could be considered the national sport, and Norwegians themselves claim to be born on skis. It stands to reason, therefore, that Norway has hosted the Winter Olympics twice: in 1952 in Oslo and in 1994 in Lillehammer.
Since Norway is by the sea, it stands to reason that fish and seafood should form one of the mainstays of the country’s cuisine. Other favorites include cheese, reindeer, grouse and pork chops. Good restaurants are everywhere in the country.
The Sami people are the indigenous people of Norway. They predated the Vikings and lived in the area for at least 12,000 years. Sami towns still exist in Norway and accept visitors. Many of the Sami families are still somewhat nomadic and depend on their reindeer herds for meat and income.
Norway’s fjords are probably its most famous features. These sea valleys are stunningly beautiful and one of the most visited attractions in the country. They are mostly found in the western part of the country.
Getting around Norway is easy. There are buses, trains and ferries, or the tourist can rent a car to visit the country. However, some of the fjords can only be reached by ferry, but they are so frequent that it’s usually not a problem to find a seat. Hotels and hostels are also generally available in spring and summer. Norwegian, of course, is the language, but people learn English in school and many speak it.
Most major European airlines fly to Norway from the United States, usually connecting in Copenhagen or Stockholm. A visitor to Norway will need a valid passport and a tourist visa, valid for three months. Information on obtaining a visa is available at www.norway.org.
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