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🏔️Reflections - Aurlandsfjord - Sogn og Fjordane - Norway🇳🇴

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📚The Norwegian language (Norwegian: Norsk), is a North Germanic language of the West Scandinavian branch. Along with Swedish and Danish, Norwegian forms a dialect continuum of more or less mutually intelligible local and regional varieties, and some Norwegian and Swedish dialects, in particular, are very close. These Scandinavian languages📖, together with Faroese and Icelandic as well as some extinct languages📕, constitute the North Germanic languages🔖. The Norwegian language consists in two distinct and rival norms↔️: Bokmål or Riksmål, also called Dano-Norwegian and Nynorsk or New Norwegian.

➡️During the 15th century, the old Norwegian writing traditions✍🏻 gradually died out after the union of Norway🇳🇴 with Denmark🇩🇰 and the removal of the central government to Copenhagen. In 1814 Norway achieved the independence but the linguistic union🔄 with Danish persisted. Educational problems due to the linguistic distance between Danish and spoken Norwegian and also to sociopolitical matters, stimulated a search🔎 for a national standard language. Ivar Aasen, a self-taught linguist📚, constructed in 1853 a language norm primarily from the dialects of the western and central rural districts. This standard continued the Old Norwegian tradition and was meant to replace Danish, he called it Landsmål, but now it is officially known as Nynorsk. He presented the New Norwegian norm in a grammar, a dictionary and numerous literary texts📚. Finally, in 1885 the New Norwegian was officially recognised as a second national language.
 👉Today, all Norwegians learn to read and write New Norwegian, but only about 20 percent use it as primary written language✍🏻.

❓Did you know that Norway🇳🇴 is the largest exporter of salmon in the world, but the country’s national dish is Fårikål (mutton stew)?

While driving from Bergen to Oslo, we went through this region of beautiful lakes. I've never seen such perfectly reflecting pools of water. This was actually shot on my iPhone out the car window.

We took the 1 day Norway in a nutshell trip Oslo - Bergen, the Fjord cruise is included, AMAZING!!!!

A short fjord cruise on a trip from Oslo to Bergen
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Top places to visit

1. Bryggen Waterfront

The Bryggen waterfront is located in the city of Bergen, on the western side of Norway. It’s a lively area where you can stroll along the water’s edge while enjoying fantastic views of colorful historical buildings and beautiful ships. Stroll through a great variety of shops, interesting museums and fantastic places to eat.

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2. Bryggen

Today Bryggen is the entertainment district on the waterfront in Bergen but its history dates back to the 11th century. The old wharf is an internationally protected heritage site thanks to its significance as a trading port for many centuries. The Hanseatic League occupied the site between the 14th and 16th centuries and their influence can still be seen today. Visit museums and craftsmen’s workshops and eat and drink in restaurants and bars.

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Bryggen featuring signage, street scenes and a city

3. Sogne Fjord

Spend a few days exploring the dramatic scenery of Sogne Fjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. From the foot of the Jotunheimen Mountains to the North Sea 125 miles (200 kilometers) to the west, this fjord features some of Norway’s most attractive glaciers, cliffs, waterfalls and villages.

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Sogndal reflecting in water at Sognfjord, Norway

4. Naeroyfjord

Admire peaks that rise out of crystal-clear water, marvel at forest-clad mountain slopes, spot pretty waterfalls and look for colorful marine wildlife at Naeroyfjord. Experience the natural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site from the comfort of a cruise, on a kayak tour and on foot.

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5. Floibanen Funicular

Catch the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for stunning views of Bergen. Look out across the city, mountain and beautiful fjords.

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Floibanen Funicular featuring railway items

What to do in Vestland

Popular places to visit

Bryggen Waterfront

4.5/5(85 reviews)

Walk around this popular spot in Bergen, a beautiful neighborhood full of traditional houses, museums, restaurants and shops along an arm of the North Sea.

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Trolltunga

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Trolltunga during your travels in Odda. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its churches.

Bryggen

4.5/5(85 reviews)

Traditional wooden houses once occupied by merchants line alleyways by the waterfront, where you’ll find hand-made souvenirs, seafood restaurants and museums.

Sogne Fjord

5/5(5 reviews)

Photograph sheer valleys from hardy mountain trains, traverse mighty blue glaciers or visit ancient stave churches around Norway’s longest fjord.

Naeroyfjord

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls and tranquil glacial water makes this UNESCO-protected site an idyllic place to cruise, hike and kayak.

Floibanen Funicular

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Ride the cable car from the center of Bergen to the top of Mount Fløyen for incredible views across the fjords and access to picturesque hiking trails.

Wild water of Bjoreio River on the way to Voeringsfossen in Norway.

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Vøringsfossen

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vøringsfossen during your travels in Eidfjord. Stroll along the family-friendly beaches or discover the area's waterfalls.

Bergen Aquarium

4/5(6 reviews)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Bergen Aquarium during your holiday to Bergen. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Fish Market

4/5(43 reviews)

Eat local specialties such as fresh caviar, pickled herring and fish soup at this lively outdoor market that dates back to the 12th century.

Areas of Vestland

Bryggen showing rugged coastline, a small town or village and boating

Bergen City Centre

4.5/5(184 area reviews)

Museums, seafood restaurants and historical sites highlight some notable features of Bergen City Centre. Make a stop by Torgalmenningen Square or Galleriet Shopping Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.

View over Bergen, Hordaland, Norway, from Mount Fløyen on an overcast Autumn day

Sentrum

If you're spending time in Sentrum, check out sights like Grieg Hall or Bergen Kunsthall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nonneseteren Station or Bystasjonen Station.

🏔️A view of Bergen above the clouds - Bergen - Hordaland - Norway🇳🇴

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➡️It is said that Bergen is surrounded by the Seven Mountains🏔️ (Norwegian: De sys fjell), and it is often called “the city between the seven mountains”, but in fact it was the playwright🎭 Ludving Holberg who felt so inspired by the seven hills of Rome, that he decided that his home🏠 town must be blessed with a corresponding seven mountains.

🥾According to Bergen Mountain Association, these are the seven mountains around Bergen:

1️⃣Ulriken, 643 meters (2,109 feet).
2️⃣Fløyen -also called Fløyfjellet-, 400 meters (1,313 feet).
3️⃣Løvstakken, 477 meters (1,565 feet).
4️⃣Damsgårdsfjellet, 350 meters (1,148 feet)
5️⃣Sandviksfjellet, 417 meters (1,368 feet)
6️⃣Lyderhorn, 396 meters (1,299 feet)
7️⃣Rundemanen, 560 meters (1,837 feet)

⁉️In any case, which mountains🏔️ belong to the group is unclear, because several of the them are part of the same mountain massif⛰️, and locals👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 still argue which seven they are.

❓Did you know that If you own a television📺 in Norway🇳🇴, you have to pay an annual licensing fee💶 of NOK 3,038.56

Bergenhus

Travellers choose Bergenhus for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station and check out top sights like Bryggen.

Årstad

4/5(12 area reviews)

The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Årstad. Brann Stadium and Bergenshallen are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Wergeland Station or Brann Stadium Station to get around the larger area.