Fjords

Norway´s Fjords

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September 8th 2009
Going from Bergen to Oslo, I took the ¨special¨route which includes a regular train, a special train called the Flambana which stops along the way at the points with great views, a 2 hr boat ride through the fjords, a bud around the hills and waterfalls, and a train to Bergen. Altogether took about 14 hours, but it was really pretty! Bergen is a small city - very quaint, quiet, relaxing. I woul ... read more

Europe » Norway » Western Norway » Flåm

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Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994. Conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with De... ... read more