30 Famous Landmarks in Norway Not to Miss Visual Story

By Alli Sewell

Introduction

30 Famous Landmarks in Norway Not to Miss Visual Story

This list of famous landmarks in Norway covers renowned buildings and monuments, as well as...

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Famous Landmarks of Norway

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The Fram Museum

Located in Oslo, the Fram Museum was established in 1936 and is dedicated to telling...

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The Vigeland Park

Another of the famous attractions in Norway located in Oslo is Vigeland Park. Opened in...

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The National Museum of Norway

The National Museum of Norway is a renowned cultural attraction located in the capital of...

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Maihaugen

As one of the most visited tourist attractions in Lillehammer, a trip to Maihaugen has...

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Mathallen Oslo

Mathallen Oslo is a renowned indoor food market in the nation's capital. The market is...

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Atlantic Ocean Road

The Atlantic Ocean Road is one of many famous places in Norway that offers beautiful...

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Famous Buildings in Norway

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Nidaros Cathedral

Work on the European landmark of Nidaros Cathedral began in 1070. The cathedral in Trondheim...

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The Royal Palace

Norway still has a monarchy, and you can find various buildings related to the royal...

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Oslo Opera House

Oslo Opera House is one of the best Norway attractions for lovers of classical music...

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Arctic Cathedral

Also known as Tromsdalen Church, the Arctic Cathedral sits in the Arctic Circle in the...

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Bryggen

Bryggen, or Tyskebryggen, is a series of ​​Hanseatic heritage commercial buildings located in the city...

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RÃ¥dhuset

RÃ¥dhuset is Oslo's city hall and is another more modern landmark to see. It was...

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Famous Monuments in Norway

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The Tiger

A fun and unique monument to see in Oslo is The Tiger. As the name...

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Steilneset Memorial Site

One of the most interesting monuments in Norway is the Steilneset Memorial Site. The memorial...

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Arctic Circle Monument

A famous landmark in Norway within the Arctic Circle is the Arctic Circle Monument, also...

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Haraldshaugen

Haraldshaugen is one of the most important landmarks of Norway. Located in Haugesund, the national...

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The Globe Monument

The Globe Monument is located on the country's North Cape and sits next to the...

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Norway Natural Landmarks

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The Arctic Circle

The Arctic Circle is one of the most famous landmarks of the natural world. This...

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Midnight Sun

Midnight Sun is a unique natural phenomenon that occurs in Svalbard, Norway. Svalbard is a...

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Norwegian Fjords

The Norwegian fjords are some of the best natural places to visit in Norway. Conveniently...

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The Northern Lights

The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, are another natural phenomenon that can...

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Svartisen Glacier

Despite 'Svartisen' meaning "black ice," the Svartisen Glacier is a beautiful blue colour. Additionally, this...

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Pulpit Rock

Known as Preikestolen in Norwegian, Pulpit Rock is a must-visit landmark for outdoor enthusiasts, especially...

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Jotunheimen National Park

Jotunheimen National Park is another breathtaking natural landmark in Norway. Located in the south of...

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Hardangervidda National Park

As Norway's largest national park, Hardangervidda National Park has to be mentioned on this list...

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Historic Landmarks in Norway

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Akershus Fortress

Akershus Fortress is a beautiful medieval castle on the edge of central Oslo by the...

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Gamle Stavanger

Gamle Stavanger is one of the most interesting and picturesque historic sites in Norway. Located...

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Urnes Stave Church

Urnes Stave Church is a 12th-century timber church that opened in 1132 in Ornes. This...

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Kristiansten Fortress

Kristiansten Fortress is a 17th-century fortress located in Trondheim. This landmark was constructed after a...

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Rock Carvings at Alta

Another of the must-visit famous sites in Norway is the Rock Carvings at Alta, which...

Conclusion

In Conclusion

Norway has no shortage of landmarks to check out. Notably, you will find many natural...

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