When we mention Norway, it's well known in the public's mind for sightseeing Aurora. The best experience of view attracting tourists all over the world, especially the peak season of the trip from November to March. Norway has a variety of scenery, while the towns disperse on high mountains, thrilling fjords, or cold islands. Let's take a look at these 5 fascinating towns! 


1. Alesund-Art Nouveau

Alesund is known as an Art Nouveau town,  the exqusite buildings filled with a strong fairytale style, and each building adorned with enchanting details. There are restaurants, shops, art museum, and hotels, which facilities tourists and make them feel at home. If you go observation desk of Askla Viewpoint, you can overlook the panoramic unobstructed view of Alesund city.

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Besides, many tourists like to explore natural attractions around Alesund, including fjords, mountains, and sea. One of the most famous attractions is Geirangerfjord. Tourists can choose to ride on a ferry to sightseeing the fjord, and the best location to enjoy the view is sitting on the deck. You can enjoy the view of the mountains, blue crystal clear water, and also the majestic waterfall groups falling from the top of cliffs. Sunnmørsalpene Alps rising along Hjørundfjord, while tourists can enjoying the magnificent view along by taking a boat cruise. Sunnmøre Alps offers skiing activity from February to June, as well as hiking, which is quite suitable for those who are brave to challenge themselves.

2. Tromso -Hometown of Northern light

If you plan to see Northern lights, how can you don't know the iconic city Tromso? Tromso has located about 350 km from the Arctic Circle and is arguably the most vibrant city in northern Norway. This city has a long winter season from September to April of next year, and this possibility of seeing Northern light is relatively high.

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If you have a chance to enjoy the night view of the colorful Northern lights, everything looks spectacular and stunning. This city has a summer solstice from May to July, so you will see the midnight sun. Since the Arctic region of the Earth faces the Sun during this period, so you can see the Sun 24 hours a day, and this special occurrence makes tourists remain active during the whole day. 

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Tromso has a variety of activities for tourists, such as indoor aquariums, observatories, polar museums, and great outdoor activities, including whale watching, fishing, sleigh rides, cycling, fishing, fjord tours, Hiking, kayaking, and golf. The nightlife of this city is equally exciting, and there is also the northernmost brewery (Mack) in the world. Come to the local Ølhallen bar to have a drink and experience the feeling of being drunk.

3. Bergen-Romantic City of Rain

Bergen is the second-largest city in Norway. The city is in the vicinity of the fjord location, which facing near to the mountains and the sea. The city creates an excellent geographical advantage, and a bustling harbor district Bryggen was built in this city. The city surrounded by seven greenery mountains if you observe from the location of the fjord. The colorful wooden houses arranged from high to low, the night view with lit with the light is more amazing. The city exudes a strong artistic atmosphere. Bergen is the hometown of the world-famous musician, as well as art galleries and museums. There is a lot of mural on the street, which makes visitors cultivate their artistic sentiment.

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Fløyen Mountain nestled above 320m sea level, which can be reached by cable car,  and overlooking a panoramic view of Bergen. Apart, the fresh fish can be caught here anytime as the location of the city near to the sea, especially famous cod. You can come to Fish and Flower Market to eat a delicious seafood meal while enjoying the breezes. This city featured as the City of Rain, the annual rainfall can be as high as 200 days, so it's a lucky day if you can meet Bergen with blue sky and white clouds.

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4. Flam-Small picturesque village

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Flam is a small picturesque village located at the innermost area of the Aurlandsfjord. Four hundred locals are living in the village, and the atmosphere is relatively quiet. The village can be reached by hiking, cycling, self-driving, or boat, but the most recommended way is to taking Flam Railway!

The beautiful train journey starts from Myrdal station, and the final station is at Flam, which is one of the steepest railway tracks. The 20km train journey will run through breathtaking cliffs, lush jungle, majestic waterfall, and scattered village, while the passengers will be amazed by the beauty of mountain scenery.

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You can have a stroll in the picturesque village while enjoying the joy. Stegastein Viewpoint is the best scenic place to overlook Aurlandsfjord, the beautiful scenery comes into your eyes when you stand on the platform, and it's fascinating. 

5. Oslo-Prosperous city

Oslo is the capital of Norway, which is the main arrival point in Norway for the flight flying from around the world. This city exudes its bustling charm as a international metropolis. It's a seaside city, while surrounded by mountains and jungle, with fascinating nature scenery. The buildings in the city have different styles, ranging from ancient medieval style to modern Nordic style.

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Oslo is a big city that offers a variety of sightseeing activities, including creative cuisine and cultural experience. There are a wide variety of choices for restaurants in Oslo, ranging from local Norway dishes to foreign specialties, which make peoples feeling amazing. You can feast on freshly-caught seafood and barbecue meat dishes, as well as go to high-class Michelin restaurants to fill your appetite. Apart, this city is an artistic capital combining oil painting, sculpture, and drama together, and filled with a strong cultural atmosphere.  

Are you deeply attracted by the beauty of Norway after reading the recommendation above? Despite the high cost of living in Norway, if you can grab a chance to visit Norway,  it's really worth and you will keep a precious memory in your mind for a lifetime.