Norwegians sailed
to many parts of Europe during the Viking
period and travelled as far as North America.
Norway is a country of mountains and fjords,
with forests and farmland in the south,
where most of the population lives and tundra,
polar bears and seals in the Arctic north.
During the Spring and Summer months, days
are long and the weather warm. Constitution
Day is celebrated on the 17th of May, when
Norwegians dress in traditional folk costumes.
Winter is a time of long dark, cold days.
popular attractions include the northern
lights and skiing.
Geography: The rocky coast of Norway
borders the Atlantic and the North Sea.
The country is located west of Sweden and
is a country of fjords, glaciers and mountains,
extending to the tundra covered arctic north.
Weather: Cool and wet
in the south. Arctic in the north.
Getting There: Visitors can enter Norway by road from Sweden,
Finland or Russia. Most flights to Norway are
from other Scandinavian countries and arrive at
airports in Oslo, Tromso and Bergen. Cruises are
a popular way to see the fjords and ferries sail
from British ports and can carry trains from Sweden
and Denmark.
