NORWAY

Norway officially the Kingdom of Norway, is a

sovereign and unitary monarchy whose territory
comprises the western portion of the Scandinavian
Peninsula plus the island Jan Mayen and the
archipelago of Svalbard.

Norway has a total area of 385,252 square kilometres

(148,747 sq mi) and a population of 5,213,985 (May 2016).[16]
 The country shares a long eastern border
with Sweden. Norway is bordered by Finland
and Russia to the north-east, and the Skagerrak Strait
to the south, with Denmark on the other side.
Norway has an extensive coastline, facing the North
Atlantic Ocean and the Barents Sea.
-Capital and largest city: Oslo
-Official languages: Norwegian
-Recognised
regional languages: Kven,
Tavringer, Romani
-Writing system: Latin
-Ethnic groups: 83.7%
Norwegians. 16.3%Immigrants
-Religion: Church of Norway
-Population: 5,214,900
 GEOGRAPHY
• A rugged landscape shaped by the
Norway is well known for its
amazing and varied scenery. The
fjords in the west of the country
are long narrow inlets, flanked on
either side by tall mountains where
the sea penetrates far inland. By
far the major part of the land is a
rocky wilderness, and thus Norway
has large, completely unpopulated
areas, many of which have been
converted to national parks. Even
outside the national parks, much
of the land is unspoiled nature.
Ice Age, shows forested hills and
valleys, mountains, waterfalls, and
a long coastline with fjords,
islands, and mountains growing
directly up from the sea. Norway's
highest point is Galdhøpiggen,
2,469m (8,100 ft) in
the Jotunheimen region that lies
midway
between Oslo andTrondheim, but
away from the coast. In the far
north (Finnmark), you will find
flatter open spaces. Several of the
world's greatest waterfalls are in
Norway, particularly in the western
fjords and the mountain region.
 PEOPLE
Norwegians are shaped by surviving a harsh climate
more than war and social hierarchy, and you'll find
them to be generally friendly, but stubborn and
fiercely individualistic. The people relies on a
common understanding of things, with a lot of effort
put in common law and regulation but with little
hierarchy. A tradition where you don't rely much on
a ruler or a fast moving society, but where some
neighbours are all you have and you will probably
have to depend on at least one of them for your life,
and more than once. So it takes time to get to know
Norwegians properly. Some misunderstand it as
coldness, but the reasons are more skepticism and
slowness of change. If you get to know one of these
people, you get to know them on the depth. And
they don't expect you to rush it either, for
desperation is a weakness. But once a friendship is
tried and tested, it can be solid and warm.
 FOUR CAPTIVATING CITIES FROM NORWAY
1. Oslo is one of Europe’s fastest-growing cities, with a population
approaching 700,000 and new neighbourhoods with eye-catching
architecture are popping up. The largest city in Norway is quickly
transforming into a cosmopolitan hub with an abundance of world-class
museums, restaurants and art, but still maintains the relaxed atmosphere of
a much smaller town.

2. Bergen is a large city, but one with a small-town charm and atmosphere.
Many are only happy to direct visitors to their favourite local attraction,
coffee-shop or restaurant.
Around 10 percent of the population in Bergen are students, which adds a
fresh and youthful mood to the city’s vibe. Alongside its offerings of
museums, art galleries, cultural events and dining opportunities, as well as
the possibilities offered by its accessible sea and mountains, this contributes
to making it a lively and vibrant city.
3. Trondheim has many names. It’s a city of students, technology, culture, cycling
and food. Trondheim’s intimate city centre is perfect for cyclists. Excellent cycling
paths lead to and around the city centre, while the world’s first bike lift, located in
the idyllic old town Bakklandet, is popular among residents and tourists alike. 

4. Tromsø is located 350 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle, and is the largest city
in Northern Norway. The city is a popular destination for people wanting to catch a
glimpse of the northern lights, with a season that last from September throughout
March. This modern city in the Arctic is where nature and culture go hand-in-hand.
Here you will find attractions from an aquarium and several museums to the
world’s northernmost botanical garden.
Vøringfossen is Norway’s
most famous waterfall,
VØRINGFOSSEN
cascading down 180 meters
(600 feet) in a series of
drops, though it ranks only
83rd on the list of Norway’s
highest waterfalls.
Vøringfossen is located at
Mabodelen, a narrow valley
between Oslo and Bergen.
Tourists have been visiting
Vøringfossen for almost 200
years; a hotel built in 1880 at
the top required guests to
walk up 1,500 steps to reach
their accommodations. The
top is easier to reach these
days, but the falls aren’t as
powerful as they once were
because of a hydroelectric
plant built upstream
.
 While William the Conqueror was
Nidaros busy invading Great Britain in
1066, the Vikings were occupied
Cathedral with building Nidaros Cathedral in
Trondheim. Nearly 1,000 years
later, the cathedral is Norway’s
most important church and
Scandinavia’s largest medieval
building. The cathedral was built to
honor Olav, a Viking chieftain who
later became a king and a saint.
Olav was killed in a battle near
Trondheim in 1030; his nephew
began constructing the Nidaros
Cathedral in 1066 to house his
body; it was basically finished in
1090, though enlargements
continued until the 1300s. The
cathedral soon became an
important pilgrimage destination in
Norway.
 NORDKAPP
Nordkapp, or North Cape, is a
must for travelers who want to
frolic under the midnight sun,
since the sun never sets between
May 14 and July 29. It is the
northernmost point in Europe
connected with the international
road network. Because it’s in the
far north, rising 300 meters
(1,000 feet) above the Arctic
Ocean, Nordkapp is mainly a
summer destination, attracting
about 200,000 visitors annually.
Nordkapp offers stunning scenic
views, with plenty of
opportunities to hike under the
Arctic sun or see puffin in their
native habitat.
 • Icy and scenic is perhaps the best
JOSTEDALSBR way to describe Jostedalsbreen
EEN GLACIER Glacier, the largest glacier in
Europe. Situated in southern
Norway, the glacier is surrounded
by Jostedalsbreen Glacier National
Park. Many, many years ago,
locals could cross the glacier on
foot, perhaps herding animals on
their way to market, but this isn’t
possible today as the glacier has
shrunk significantly. Hiking and
glacial skiing is allowed, but
sportsmen need to be well
prepared as these activities can
be dangerous. It is much safer,
and just as pretty, to take one of
the walking tours around the
park.
The Heddal Stave Church is HEDDAL STAVE
Norway’s largest stave
church, with triple naves CHURCH
that stand proudly against
the sky. The church, made
entirely of wood, was built
in the 13th century;
according to local legend, it
was built in three days by
five farmers. After
restorations in the 19th and
20th centuries, the church
is still in use today for
weddings and Sunday
services during the summer
months. Located in
Notodden, the church is
dedicated to the Virgin
Mary.
 Norwegian Society & Culture
The Family
Many families consist mainly of the nuclear family.
Marriage is not a prerequisite to starting a family.
Many couples live together without legalizing the arrangement with marriage.
Therefore, it is best not to make presumptions about people's marital status.

Women
Women are highly respected in business and generally receive equal pay and
have access to senior positions.
Norwegian women expect to be treated with respect in the office.
Business women are direct and can be skilled negotiators.
Women may take up to one year's maternity leave at 80% pay or 10 months
at 100% pay.
If a woman decides to stay home with pre-school children she receives a
monthly stipend from the government.
Egalitarianism
Norwegians view themselves as egalitarian people whose culture is based
on democratic principles of respect and interdependence.
They like people for themselves and not for what they do for a living their
professional accomplishments or how much money they earn.
They have simple tastes and are not prone to ostentation or excessive
showiness.
They pride themselves on being honest and sincere in their personal
relationships.
 Cuisine
Norwegian cuisine in its traditional form is based largely on the raw materials readily
available in Norway and its mountains, wilderness and coast. It differs in many respects from
its continental counterparts with a stronger focus on game and fish . Many of the traditional
dishes are results of using conserved materials, with respect to the long winters.
Modern Norwegian cuisine, although still strongly influenced by its traditional background,
now bears Globalization :  pastas, pizza , tacos, and the like are as common
as meatballs and cod as staple foods, and urban restaurants sport the same selection one
would expect to find in any western European city. Most Norwegians eat three or four
regular meals a day, usually consisting of a cold breakfast with coffee, a cold (usually packed)
lunch at work and a hot dinner at home with the family. Depending on the timing of family
dinner (and personal habit), some may add a cold meal in the late evening, typically a simple
sandwich.
Breakfast
The basic Norwegian breakfast consists of milk or fruit juice, coffee (or more rarely tea),
and open sandwiches with meat cuts, spreads, cheese or jam. Cereals such as corn flakes,
muesli and oatmeal are also popular, particularly with children, as is yogurt.
Dinner
Norwegians usually eat dinner around 4-5 PM. This is the most important meal of the day and
includes carbohydrates such potatoes and animal proteins such as meat or fish.
Norwegians usually eat supper around 7-8 PM. This may be some open bread sandwich.
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5. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norwegian_cuisine