Norway - Tourism highlights 
 
Tourism Attractions

The capital city of Norway is Oslo. It is the oldest of the Scandinavian capitals. A must see in Oslo is the Akershus Fortress, a fortress and castle built around 1300 after Christ. The city Risor is a cluster of historic white houses built around a small fishing harbour is one of Norway its most picturesque villages. The central part of Norway takes in the country its highest mountains, largest glacier and most spectacular fjords. The city Tromso is the gateway to the Arctic. It is a spirited town with street music, cultural happenings and more pubs per capita than any other place in the country. Jotunheimen national park is one of Norway its best wilderness destinations. Interesting activities in Norway include cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, mountain climbing, bird watching, glacier hiking and fishing.

Last modified: 14-02-2006