Norway – The Place Of Dreams by Maria Tillinghous

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Norway – The Place Of Dreams
by Maria Tillinghous

Norway is located in Northern Europe alongside its adjacent countries of Sweden, Russia and Finland; it has also been honoured with an award for being the most peaceful country in the world according to a survey conducted by the Global Peace Index in 2007, whilst also being one of the founding members of NATO.

Norway was hit by the Plague in 1349 which stretched rapidly up the country and along the coastlines lasting a total of six months in where the inhabitants were reduced by 50%. This therefore led to a considerable demur in the monetary system and social status of Norway for centuries after.

This all changed in the mid 1940’s when Norway stamped its mark as one of the richest countries in the world after declaring themselves as a self-governing nation, which resulted in a gigantic economic growth. The main area that has helped progression for the overall economy of Norway is the visitor destination of the Norwegian Fjords.

The Fjords of Norway, located on the western coast of the country, are one of the most impressive tourist attraction you will ever see and experience in your lifetime. With their wild, striking and unscathed appearance featuring breath taking mountains, lakes and waterfalls the fjords are a place that you cannot afford to pass by if you are going to Norway.

Most tourists that visit Norway do so for a variety of reasons, these can be to camp or book into hotels that overlook the fjords giving panoramic and scenic views of nature at its best. Some will go to see the most renowned fjord being that of the Geirangerfjord, or the Sognefjord that is the largest fjords coming in at 204km of remarkable landscapes. If that’s not enough you can book yourself on a boat trip along the many lakes and rivers that pass through the fjords.

If that’s still not enough you’re in luck, as there are a vast amount of other activities you can take part in when visiting Norway. Walking the summits and back, sitting and taking in the atmosphere and walking on the glaciers are just a few of the interesting things that you can do.

Visiting the fjords is a once in a lifetime opportunity and most importantly if you do go, don’t forget to take your digital camera!

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Posted on: August 11,2008

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