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While travel writers often talk about the stereotypical "land of contrasts", well Norway is just that.

By turns snowy, rainy, sunny, moody and majestic, Norway is a prime travel Scandinavian travel destination at any time of year.

Fjords, mountains, and glaciers are the main attractions of this natural wonder - which like Denmark, its neighbor to the south - offers travelers a varied contrast of winter's northern lights and the midnight sun of summer.

First time visitors are often amazed by the variety of other things to see in summer and discover mountain forests, salmon-filled rivers, and flower-strewn meadows dotted by ancient wooden stave churches.

From its capital in Oslo, quiet rural landscapes give way to deep fjords along Norway's western coast while Bergen, - a major must-see situated along winding mountain roads - sits snuggly overlooking the sea.

And just before entering the wilds of the north looms Nidaros Domkirke, the famous cathedral in the lively university town of Trondheim, Norway's third largest city.

In the natural frontier between the main urban areas are wonders such as Jostedalsbreen, Europe’s largest glacier, and the Dovrefjell - home of Grieg’s mythical Mountain King.

More about Norway travel and tourism around the Web:

Visit Norway - Use the interactive map to get your bearings, then head off into Norway adventures with information on major cities and attractions, island tours, guides to restaurants, hotels, bed & breakfasts, and farm holidays, with photo gallery, video clips, current weather reports.

Explore Fjord Norway - A major online passport to Bergen and the Fjord region, with information on tours, transport and special vacation packages, special looks at waterfalls and glaciers, outdoor adventures, and a searchable accomodation database by type & region.

Visit Oslo - Covering the major Oslo must-see attractions along with hotels & restaurants, shopping, kid-friendly fun, travel news & event calendar, maps, picture gallery, weather info.

Bergen - Information on the aquarium, the funicular to great city views, as well as other Bergen attractions & travel info including hotels, restaurants, nightlife, event calendar, and practical info including maps, weather reports, FAQ.

Trondheim - Central Norway's top spot with information on getting there and getting around, top attractions, events, Web cams, picture galleries, weather info.

Lillehammer Travel Guide - Centrally located between Oslo and Bergen, and why LIllehammer was chosen for the 1994 Winter Olympics with facts & information on winter sports & skiing, summer attractions, hotel & restaurant guides, picture galleries, downloadable travel brochures in PDF format.

Norway Summer Travel Calendar:

also see Feature -> Oslo Tourist Attractions