Amazing Norway

Sobre la destinació: Oslo adalah bandar yang bersemangat dan moden dengan seni bina eklektik, kehidupan malam yang berani dan muzium bertaraf dunia. Terletak di antara Oslofjord dan hutan, alam semulajadi menjadi pusat perhatian di ibu kota, di mana anda boleh berlayar, ski dan mendaki sepuas hati hanya sejauh jarak pendek dari pusat bandar. Ini pastinya tempat untuk peminat aktiviti luar dan hidupan liar. Ketika anda melayari pulau-pulau hijau yang subur dan batu karang yang menjulang tinggi, bandar ini terbentang di depan mata anda - meluas dari pusatnya yang padat di sekitar dermaga hingga ke tepi hutan di bukit-bukau sekeliling. Diperindah dengan kepelbagaian, Oslo mempamerkan gabungan bangunan moden dan kuno yang memberikan bandar ini rasa eklektik, dengan Muzium Munch kaca dan keluli memberi laluan kepada pesona lama Muzium Bandar dan tembok abad pertengahan Akershus Fortress, yang mengawasi fjord. Kebanyakan pengunjung akan merasa sukar untuk memilih antara banyaknya muzium di Oslo, yang menawarkan sesuatu untuk hampir setiap selera: berhadapan dengan gambaran menakutkan The Scream oleh Edvard Munch di Galeri Nasional, peluang untuk berdiri di tempat seorang pelompat ski Olimpik di Muzium Ski Holmenkollen, atau jendela ke sejarah dan budaya di Viking Ship yang tidak dapat dilupakan, Polarship Fram atau Muzium Rakyat di Bygdøy. Dan Oslo pastinya adalah jantung kosmopolitan Norway, dengan budaya kafe dan bar yang berkembang pesat, restoran bertaraf atas, dan pilihan kehidupan malam yang berkisar dari opera dan jazz bertaraf dunia hingga rock indie. Pusat restoran yang berkembang di ibu kota ini telah dianugerahkan empat bintang Michelin. Daerah Grünerløkka berdekatan dengan Muzium Munch dan dipenuhi dengan kafe-kafe kecil yang sibuk dan bar yang bergaya. Sebuah bandar yang benar-benar bersemangat, jantung kosmopolitan Norway benar-benar memiliki sesuatu untuk semua orang.

Sobre la destinació: Clinging tenaciously to the hills surrounding its deeply indented fjord, Bergen’s stunning scenery and exciting cultural tradition make it unique among European cities. Once the capital of Norway, Bergen has always played a leading role in the nation’ history. Squeezed between mountains and bounded by water, the centre of town stretched between the harbour Bryggen and Torgalmenningen, the main square. Bergen’s most sensuous spot is the Torget, at the foot of the harbour, your nose will tell you what’s being sold. Here you can choose fish from open tanks and watch traders net, weight and clean the creature you’ve chosen. Looking towards the right side of the harbour you’ll see the pointed gables of Bryggen’s roofline. This row of heavy-timbered medieval buildings, typical of Hanseatic architecture, has survived half a dozen disastrous fires since its construction in the 16th century. Bryggen now features restaurants, bars and arts-and-crafts workshops. Housed in one of the best-preserved buildings, the Hanseatic Museum presents an interesting picture of commercial activity during those times. Starting from Torget or Bryggen, explore the jungle of houses on the slopes of Mount Floien. A steep hike above these houses will reward you with increasingly spectacular views of Bergen and the fjord beyond. Welcoming Bergen has numerous places for an evening beer or glass of wine. This beautiful and charming city has a dynamic cultural life and lively atmosphere and is the perfect place to explore the Sognefjord and other fantastic Norwegian fjords.

Sobre la destinació: Trondheim was Norway’s medieval capital founded in 997 by Olav Trygvason. You can see his statue in the town square. This bustling university town has a rich past with obvious reminders everywhere. It is the capital of Sor-Trondelag region and it is a centre of education, technical and medical research. Trondheim is a very interesting cultural town with many museums. Gamle Bybro is the old town bridge and it is also called the Gate of Fortune. It was built in 1861 and even originally it had striking carved red gates. The colourful wooden houses in Trondheim add to the beautiful feel of the city; on the banks of the river you see the different colourful houses in red, yellow, ochre, grey and white. The streets in the old town are small and narrow and the atmosphere in this area is very cosy. Nidarosdomen, the cathedral of Trondheim dates back to the year 1070 and with its giant facade, decorated with 3 rows of statues of bishops, saints and kings it is one of the most significant gothic churches and Scandinavia’s largest medieval structure. Walk up the innumerable stairs to the tower, the wonderful view of Trondheim is definitely worth it. Right next to the Cathedral you will find the Archbishop's residence. It is a lovely courtyard with many old buildings surrounding it. This is the oldest secular building in all Scandinavia. The fascinating Museum of Musical instruments is one of the best of its kind in the world. Knowledgeable guides demonstrate instruments of different periods and regions. The best of Norwegian artists are represented at the Trondheim Kunstmuseum Art Gallery, next to the cathedral. Trondheim is a beautiful city of flowers, waterways and old Norse architecture. The city boasts a rich, cultural heritage and it is a city where there's a lot going on. Although modest in size, all combines into making Trondheim one of the most exciting city centres of Northern Europe.