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Bergen, Norway

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June 3rd 2015
Bergen is Norway's second largest city and a very iconic seaside destination with an historic harbor area. We stayed in the midst of the action where we could walk easily to many of the popular attractions. Again, the weather was less than ideal but hey, this is Norway in late spring! Our first attraction was the Funicular, a cable car that climbs from the harbor to the top of Mt. Floyen at a very ... read more

Europe » Norway » Western Norway » Bergen

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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