Norway

For centuries, Europeans have harvested whales for their fat and baleen

Winter season invites tourists to try their hand at skiing and snowbording on the Norwegian slopes

You might look for a couple of walruses on your own, but your best shot is to take a boat to Pyramiden

Hard, acidic and bitter crowberries are hardly ever eaten raw, but rather made into juices, wines, jellies, and sweets

This "road to nowhere" is reminiscent of a deadly roller coaster being beset by brutal ocean waves

This ancient Scandinavian market is recreated in this special UNESCO world heritage site

Do you like walking through shallow flowing rivers, climbing slippery stones, and jumping from cliffs into pristine water?

Cute Arctic Puffins distinguished by beautiful beaks nest in colonies along the Northern islands of Norway

If not for polar bears, many arctic wildlife species could not survive

By the end of Christmas season, thousands of Santa's helpers set off for the two-month long trip across the frozen plains

Delicate flowers add liveliness and color to seemingly barren Arctic's Nordic fields

The Norwegian "water of life" contains spices, herbs, and around 40% alcohol. It is a common Christmas drink always present during festivities

The Russ are wearing red pants inside out and red caps with a string of knots celebrating graduation

The start of hiking season is marked by beautiful wild flowers bloom

Gaula River ensures the best salmon fishing experience in Europe

There is no better occasion to revel in Scandinavian delicacies than Gladmat Festival

Adrenaline lover should try downhill longboarding on beautiful, steep and dangerous mountain roads of Norway

Norway is famous for its love for winter sports with ice skating being one of the locals' favourite

Soft and creamy vanilla-flavored puddings topped with fruit preserves that melt in your mouth. These desserts are a must try during the holidays

Deep in the permafrost lies the global seed bank

A midnight sun swim is a fun pastime during mild Norwegian summers

To preserve the stock of Norwegian lobsters for the future years the young and spawning crayfish goes back to the sea

Winter holidays in Norway will give you a glimpse of what it is like to live without sun and the curious ways to find amusement without it

Children parade dressed in white, carrying candles, singing songs, and handing out festive buns

A plate of hot reindeer stew will keep you warm, sated, and full of energy during a frosty winter day

If you are lucky, you might be the next one to catch a record-breaking giant cod fish

Herring pickled with onions, garlic, mustard, lingonberries, and other flavorings is a great Norwegian delight

The sourness of morello cherries perfectly suits tart berry pies and serves as an excellent topping for poultry

Who taught arctic wolves to kiss humans? Would you dare to let an amiable predator lick your face?

In summer the sun lavishes Norway with the daylight all night long

A small portion of this berry sauce is sufficient to make a regular vanilla ice-cream taste heavenly good

Known for excellent healing and anti-aging qualities, bilberries have been used in medicine for ages

The versatile and fascinating Sami culture is built around good-natured reindeer, Sami legends, food, and intriguing folk music

Eager males attract females' attention performing a polyphonic mating song

Kayaking in a lake enclosed with the glaciers and gazing at glassy wonders is a typical Norwegian pastime

Hikers stand in line to take a frightful photo of themselves sitting at the very tip of the "Troll's tongue"

Snowboarding and skiing with a giant wind-powered kite is a must-do experience for all the adrenaline seekers

Aurora borealis lights up Norvegian skies only in the darkest nights

Brine-cured trout is amazing at the Rakfisk Festival in Fagernes

These majestic eagles, the "king of birds," swoop down on the narrow Norwegian fjords

A watery, jelly-like lutefisk and fresh cod boiled in salted water are still beloved Norwegian Christmas fish delicacies

Norway celebrates its statehood through ceremonial parades. The biggest parade winds its way through the streets of Oslo

Frozen waterfalls are a perfect setting for such festivities as ice climbing speed competitions

Take a long walk up to Varden to enjoy the breathtaking view on the fjord and the town

Join professional divers to hunt one of the biggest crab species in the world!

The highest peaks and the best landscapes of Norway are waiting to be conquered and admired

Ofotbanen railway is the framework of the Narvik Winter Festival celebrating the town's culture and history

This 700 km racing route winds along the picturesque lands of Northern Norway

This season sees the prime of tourist flow to Norway

Norwegian arctic ducks amaze with their colors, vast numbers, and vocals

The first month of fall still brings a lot of joy, but starting from October it will get darker and colder every day

Sunless winter season has its own delight, when Norwegian landscapes bathe in glassy azure during blue hours

This stone plateau is situated 600 m above tremendous Lysefjord and is a nice place to rest after the hike and enjoy a spectacular view

Raspberry or champagne-flavored Julebrus is a favorite Norwegian softdrink for Christmas

Steep slopes and abrupt turns are worth a drive to see the startling sceneries of surrounding mountains and maybe troll's humps

Norwegian strawberries are distinguished by a strong and sweet flavor

Sweet but sharp-flavored cowberry jam is traditionally served with meat

The festival where culture, human rights, and values unite at historic venues like Nidaros Cathedral.

A serious winter sports or just a kind of mock costume competition—anyway a delightful pastime for both "kickers" and spectators

Climbing up the icy rock is a life-time achievement you will be proud of 'til the end of days

The original setting and ancient Viking atmosphere makes you feel like a member of the warriors' camp

Not a single Norwegian Christmas party can do without warm spicy Gløgg, a local version of mulled wine

Snow crunches under your feet and Pepperkaker biscuits crunch in your mouth

Plenty of unsalted cod is dried by cold spring winds and almost freezing temperatures on huge wooden racks

The world's healthiest whitefish is abundant in the waters along the Norwegian coast during winter season

Better not to come across a hungry predator just after the end of hibernation season

Thanks to local blackberries ice cream tastes even more delicious and cakes look more attractive

Birds flocks break the night silence with their farewell cries during the autumn migration

Walking is always good, but when the hiking setting is a blue glacier—this exercise just becomes way more interesting

Whoever dares to pick up unripe cloudberries risks to be punished by law for wasting precious Arctic Gold

Huge bonfires are lit to ward off evil witches while Norwegians are getting married for fun during the midnight sun

Enjoy a truly unique and often hilarious experience at the Reindeer Racing Championship

Dark in summer, Arctic fox dresses up into a white fur coat for winter

Unfortunately, or maybe, fortunately, there's no officially marked route, which means every hiker is to pave one's own unique trail, either more easy or complicated

Long ago brewing Christmas beer was obligatory for all Norwegians and breaking this law was grounds for punishment

Tourists join the residents of Kongsberg in Drekkedagsnatta to party like the town's 17th century miners used to

The most unusual "flowers" that "bloom" only in winter

North-Eastern Norway bursts into chirping and twittering during migratory bird breeding season

Extreme week in Voss is a unique occasion that hosts all the known extreme sports at once

Sea urchins, also known as sea hedgehogs, are a special cool weather delicacy

Roast pork ribs with meatballs or lamb ribs smoked over birch branches - any choice will be delicious

Ice music was born in Norway thanks to the abundance of ice, talented ice sculptors, and ice musicians

Norwegian fjord forests are home to the greatest species of deer—Moose

Norwegian children are taught to cook traditional lamb and cabbage stew in elementary schools

Gingerbread Bergen is filled with thousands of small beautiful details made of sweet dough

Meet these honored sea creatures in person on the Norwegian Arctic whale tours

Hardy Scandinavian horses have been the most reliable means of transportation for centuries

Let the giant Norwegian rubble be on top of your hiking list

The strongest whirlpool in the world which has existed for over 2000 years

Experience some Scandinavian holiday magic

One of the largest music festivals in Norway

A drive to Europe's highest fjord outlook from the road

Norwegian winter markets are all about comfort foods and cozy knits

Plan yourself a beautiful Scandinavian NYE

The land of fjords, northern lights, and polar nights guarantees an unforgettable NYE

Arguably, the most beautiful public restroom in the world

A popular air show with aerobatics and ground displays in Stavanger

See awe-inspiring aerobatics and aircraft exhibitions at the annual celebration near Oslo

Experience an epic celebration, full of breathtaking aerial demonstrations

Jazz is for everyone, and this festival proves it!

If you're not familiar with jazz, this event might be the best one to get acquainted with it

A week-long marathon of jazz in the center of Oslo