Travel Reference
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Solvorn
One of fjord country's loveliest villages, with fewer crowds than most.
Nusfjord
An artsy Lofoten village that captures the islands' spirit.
Contemporary Architecture
Norway's contemporary architecture scene is one of Europe's most exciting, combining the
clean lines of Scandinavian design with forms inspired by Norway's natural environment.
Arctic Cathedral
, Tromsø
The Ishavskatedralen has echoes of Arctic mountains and cur-
tains of light from the aurora borealis.
Northern Lights Cathedral
, Alta
The latest addition to Arctic-inspired forms with an ex-
traordinary swirl of silver titanium.
Opera House
, Oslo
Rises from Oslo's waterfront like a glacier floating above the fjord.
Astrup Fearnley Museet
, Oslo
An eye-catching, relatively recent addition to Oslo's water-
front.
Sámi Parliament
, Karasjok
Evokes a traditional Sami meeting place rendered in the signa-
ture woods of northern Norwegian forests.
Viking Ship Sports Arena
, Hamar
Olympic ice-skating rink that resembles an upturned Vik-
ing ship.
Hamsunsenteret
, Hamarøy
Daring homage to Norway's literary giant, Knut Hamsun.
Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion
, Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park
Wavy
timber, mirrored glass and a perfect setting.