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Norway- a country that surprises with its beauty. Amazing and rich nature is the main asset of Norway; it amazes and makes you fall in love at first sight. Unfortunately, all we associate this country with are ships and Vikings. The Norwegians themselves advocate the openness of their society, so let's get to know them and their culture better.

In Norway, education and culture are at the forefront. Here, for the first time in the world, back in 1979, compulsory primary education was introduced. In elementary school they teach not only English (from the first grade), but also, in addition to traditional school subjects, ecology and art. By the way, Norway spends three times more on education and four times more on health care than on defense. At the same time, the Norwegian Air Force guards not only the borders of its country, but also the airspace of Iceland, which does not have its own army at all.
The word Norway means "way to the north." Many thousands of years ago, this country was hidden under a huge layer of ice.
Every year thousands of tourists gather in Norway to ride the unique, 20-kilometer Flåm Railway. From the train window you can see mountains, waterfalls, rivers, lakes and a fjord. The Flåm railway is considered a true work of engineering art.

Norway's population is less than 5 million people. More than 1.5 million Norwegians live in the capital Oslo and its suburbs. Any city with a population of more than 30 thousand is considered large.
Thanks to the warm Gulf Stream, the climate in Norway is quite mild and the summers are warm. The sea off the coast of northern Norway, located above the Arctic Circle, does not freeze even in winter, and in summer, even in the northern part of the country, the temperature rises to 20 - 30°C.
Norwegians love and appreciate the sea. They prefer to live no further than 200-300 meters from the water, or in its direct visibility. Those who live inland still buy a second house by the sea. 80% of the population has boats or motorboats.

The main means of transportation in Norway are bicycles. Norwegians prefer this type of transport in any weather.
Norway has an incredibly variable climate. Fog, sun, harsh wind, rain, and more fog can change with amazing frequency. The Norwegians even came up with a saying: "Don't like our weather? Wait 15 minutes."
The coldest winter month in Norway is March, when snow falls, frost and ice begin. In December, on the contrary, you can find roses that have not yet fallen.

The nature of Norway is varied. Forests, mountains, rivers, lakes, sea - in pristine condition. The attitude towards nature is very careful. There are no poachers, and there is practically no garbage either. Thanks to the sea there are no mosquitoes and other insects.
Norway is a real kingdom, with a king and queen. Norway is a monarchy, but parliament has political power. Norwegians love and protect their monarchy. The older population is more proud than the younger population of maintaining the royal family.
“Everything for Norway” - this motto is written on the coat of arms of the King of Norway. And for many years now it has served as the motto for the Kings of Norway.

By law, any resident of the country and its guest have the right of unhindered access to all natural resources without restrictions - both in the forest and at sea. You can walk and swim wherever you want. If the land is private or fenced, it is advisable to ask the owners permission to visit it as a courtesy.
Products in Norway are of the highest quality. Especially dairy ones. By the way, here are the most expensive hamburgers in Europe.
The 1999 Ice Hockey World Championship in Norway was in danger of being moved to another country if the Norwegian authorities did not allow the German beer concern Warsteiner to advertise its products at the championship. The problem was that back in 1977, Norway passed a law against beer advertising, and in January 1998, the authorities dealt brewers another blow by passing a new law that does not allow companies that produce stronger varieties of the drink to advertise light beer. .

Norway is considered a safe country. The law is respected here, there is no crime, and theft is considered something unthinkable for most Norwegians. Only large retail chains have detector frames for theft of goods at the exit, or surveillance cameras. Otherwise, they are practically nowhere to be found. However, the bloodiest page in the history of Norway is considered the day when a Norwegian fanatic carried out a terrorist attack - first he blew up a car in Oslo, and then shot 77 civilians on the island of Utøya.
The average salary for many Norwegians can be up to 5-7 thousand euros per month.
There is an incredible abundance of fish in Norway, so sea and lake fishing is highly developed in the country. Fishing licenses are not required, which encourages many Europeans to come to Norway in refrigerated trucks, live in the cheapest houses or tents, fish for two weeks without a break, providing themselves with fish for 6 months in advance, and go back. The Germans, Dutch and Belgians are perhaps the most active.

Norway has the longest fjords in the world. A fjord is a wide, often winding and deep channel with rocky shores, piercing from the sea inland for many kilometers.
You can drive all day through central Norway, or any other part of it, and not see a single police car.
In Norway, it is not customary to throw away empty containers; all cans and bottles made in Norway are returned - in stores there are special machines that count bottles and issue a receipt. The check is presented at the cash register, where the specified amount is issued.

Life flows very calmly and measuredly. Norwegians start working at about 10 a.m. and finish by 4 a.m. On weekends, only restaurants or supermarkets are open.
Local cuisine is simple and unpretentious. The Norwegians excelled in fish preparation recipes: dried, salted, smoked, etc.
Norway is the northernmost point of mainland Europe. Called North Cape, it is located on the edge of a cliff far to the north. In good weather you can see the edge of the Arctic glaciers.
In the Scandinavian countries (Norway and Iceland) the highest birth rate in Europe is among the indigenous, rather than immigrant, population. The Scandinavians initially relied on improving the quality of life of the child, and not on increasing the number of births.

It’s easy to get a very large loan from a bank at 3-4 percent per annum. In Norway, everything is made for people. You can plan your life 10 years in advance, including any expenses and career advancement. The state does its best to support the population's employment in at least some way.
The attitude towards foreigners is reserved but friendly. Norwegians calmly invite people to visit, share food, and help with advice.
Norwegians lead a quiet lifestyle. There is practically no active life outside of big cities.
In recent years, Norway has increased the influx of immigrants from other countries.
Airplane flights within the country, as well as abroad, are very cheap. At the same time, the quality of service is higher than that of European airline discounters.
Norway has the largest total number of tunnels in Europe. There is one that passes under the sea strait at a depth of about 4 km.

A hero of Norwegian folklore, the troll is a very popular symbol in many establishments. Trolls are spirits of nature, they protect it, and also help good people.
It is almost impossible to meet people begging on the streets. The only exceptions are big cities, and almost always it is someone from immigrants. In the nineties this did not happen at all.
Finding a sushi restaurant or cafe that serves sushi is almost impossible. They are only found in Oslo, Bergen and Stavanger. In other cities there is only one such establishment.
The private lives of citizens rarely become public domain. It is not customary to meddle in other people's relationships, and Norwegians usually do not talk about personal matters.

Our EdgeP reader writes:

1. Norway is a fantastic country. The richest and most diverse nature, huge reserves of energy resources and their reasonable development make the Norwegians an extremely wealthy nation.

2. The population of Norway is insignificant - they do not even reach 5 million people. This is about a quarter of modern Moscow. More than 1.5 million Norwegians live in the capital Oslo and its suburbs. Any city with a population of more than 30 thousand is considered large.

3. Know this: 100% of Norwegians speak, write and read English perfectly. Children learn a language from the age of 5–6 years or earlier. Any child over 10 can easily communicate with you in English. The exception is very old pensioners 75+.

4. Norwegians love and appreciate the sea. They prefer to live no further than 200–300 meters from the water, or in direct visibility of it. Those who live inland still buy a second house by the sea. 80% of the population has boats or motorboats.

5. Norway has an incredibly variable climate. Fog, sun, sharp wind, rain, and again fog can change with fantastic frequency. The Norwegians even coined a saying: “Don’t like our weather? wait 15 minutes."

6. The nature of Norway is majestic and diverse. Forests, mountains, rivers, lakes, sea, and everything else are in pristine condition. The attitude towards nature is very careful. There are no poachers, and there is practically no garbage either. Thanks to the sea, there are no mosquitoes or other evil spirits. It's not hot in summer... paradise!

7. By law, any resident of the country and its guest have the right of unhindered access to all natural resources without restrictions - both in the forest and at sea. You can walk and swim wherever you want. If the land is private or fenced, it is advisable to ask permission out of courtesy.

8. The stories that Norway is a very expensive country are true. In general, all goods are expensive, and the most ordinary products everywhere cost the same as in the ABC of Taste. It’s easy to go to a supermarket and spend 200 euros without really buying anything. Services (for example, taxis or construction) will cost even more - they simply cost unrealistic money. Gasoline is almost 2 euros per liter. Car taxes are crazy. At the same time, Norway is the second oil exporting country in Europe. Giants such as Shell or Statoil are Norwegian.

9. Products in Norway are of the highest quality. Especially dairy ones. The local ice cream is simply superb. Even at McDonald's, the meat in the hamburger is quite edible. By the way, here are the most expensive hamburgers in Europe. By the same principle, any ordinary fast food costs terrible money. In an ordinary pizzeria, paying 200 euros for 4 without alcohol is the norm. However, the pizza itself is not very good.

10. Compliance with laws and the absence of crime is almost everywhere. Theft is unthinkable for most residents. Only large retail chains have detector frames for theft of goods at the exit, or surveillance cameras. Otherwise, they are practically nowhere to be found.

11. Almost 100% of the population is connected to high-speed Internet. Due to the climate and long distances, Norwegians spend a lot of time online.

12. Norwegians love and protect their monarchy. The older population is more proud than the younger population of maintaining the royal family.

13. In comparison with other Europeans, almost any Norwegian who travels outside the country is a mini-oligarch. In Asian countries this is generally the case with kings. The average salary for many Norwegians can be up to 5–7 thousand euros per month. Thus, for visitors, local prices are prohibitive, but for locals everything is ok.

14. Sea and lake fishing in Norway is a connoisseur's paradise. There is an incredible variety of fish and various sea creatures. There are fishing regions only in the northern regions, and starting from the city of Bergen and to the south there is no fishing. You can catch it anytime, in any weather, almost anywhere. Crabs, mussels, sea snails and other goodies are also in abundance. No fishing licenses are needed.

15. That is why many Europeans have recently developed a profitable hobby: coming to Norway in refrigerated trucks, living in the cheapest houses or tents, fishing for two weeks without a break, stocking up on fish for 6 months in advance, and leaving back. The Germans, Dutch and Belgians are perhaps the most active.

16. Norwegians do not collect gifts from the forest, do not understand mushrooms and berries, and do not know the properties of herbs. Therefore, in a good season, all this stuff is simply piled up. In a good year there are so many mushrooms that in 2–3 hours one person can collect a 100-liter bag of selected white mushrooms. I’m not even talking about blueberries, wild raspberries and blackberries - they grow everywhere like weeds.

17. Norwegians are terribly surprised and admire the knowledge of Russians about mushrooms and berries. Many are sure that we are brave and risky people if we go into the forest to collect them. They refuse to try. In the supermarket they easily buy greenhouse mushrooms and chanterelles, completely ignoring the forest 10 meters from the house. It's shocking at first.

18. You can’t just buy strong alcohol in Norway! It is sold only in special stores - Vinmonopolet. Translated as alcohol monopoly. Owned by the state. They work strictly Monday-Friday; in the capital there seem to be shops on Saturday, open until 7 o’clock maximum, with a long break for lunch in the middle of the day. And they are not available everywhere. Alcohol is incredibly expensive there: a bottle of vodka for 70–100 euros is the norm.

19. In supermarkets you can only buy beer or cider no stronger than 5.2 degrees. Everything above, including wine, is only available in a restaurant, bar, or as already stated in the wine monopoly.

20. Norwegians love to drink, but they don’t know how. They get drunk quickly, lose their minds just as quickly, and act noisy and funny. The skills to recover from a hangover, or the knowledge of how to cheer yourself up with cucumber or cabbage pickle, are absent as a fact. They become wildly delighted if they are brought to their senses in such a simple way.

21. Norway has the longest fjords in the world. A fiord is a wide, often winding and deep channel with rocky shores, piercing from the sea deep into the mainland for many kilometers. Fiords also exist in Canada, Chile, and New Zealand. The ones in Norway are the most beautiful.

22. Norwegians are very mediocre women in terms of beauty. Of medium height, stocky, tightly built with wide-set eyes, snub nose, and generally very independent.

23. But Norwegian men are the opposite: tall, athletic, many have natural blondes, a kind of Vikings with a wide smile and blue eyes. One can understand why they are not always in a hurry to marry local Norwegian women.

24. Many Norwegian children are extraordinarily beautiful. Blonde, slender, athletic, some with curly hair - the purity of genetic lines is visible. Children are raised quite strictly. It is not customary to pamper.

25. You can drive all day through central Norway, or indeed through any other part of it, and not see a single police car. Or the police themselves. But a tractor on the road at a speed of 40 km per hour is quite common.

26. Every next day is similar to the previous one. In the sense that everything flows very calmly and measuredly. Norwegians start working at about 10 am, and by 4 am they wrap up. On weekends, only restaurants or supermarkets are open. Nobody is in any particular hurry.

27. Almost 100% of the population skis and snowboards. Women are often no worse than men.

28. Children start skiing from the age of 4–5. Seeing a dad pushing a baby down a very decent slide for that age is a normal thing. Children of about 10 years old make me, a person with 12 years of experience, almost effortless.

29. On country roads, usually near a farm, you can often find a table with vegetables or fruits. And the price tag is worth it. On it there will be scales, shopping bags, and a jar for money. This is a form of self-service. Everything is built on trust. There's no one around.

30. Young Norwegians and even middle-aged people are very fond of science fiction and fantasy as a genre. Movies like Lord of the Rings or Star Wars are very popular.

31. Most of the programs on TV are in English, with Norwegian subtitles at most. It is very comfortable.

32. Norwegians dress very casually and simply, like all of Europe in general. It is difficult to see a beautifully dressed girl or guy.

33. Local cuisine is simple and unpretentious. They don't cook very well, to put it mildly. But the Norwegians have succeeded in preparing fish recipes: dried, salted, smoked, etc., a lot of it is delicious. It is customary to prepare seafood very simply: a minimum of any additives, a minimum of processing. Try local fish caviar in iron tubes like RekerOst - very tasty.

34. For the most part, Norwegians are well-mannered and trusting people. The older generation is quite pedantic; many follow the traditional way of life and business.

35. Getting a very large loan from a bank at 3–4 percent per annum is not at all difficult. In general, everything is done for the sake of man. You can plan your life 10 years in advance, including any expenses and career advancement. And the plan will come true.

36. The attitude towards foreigners is reserved but friendly. Norwegians calmly invite people to visit, share food, and help with advice. It is quite possible to make good friends.

37. There is practically no active life outside of big cities. No clubs, no cinema, no shopping centers. However, there are almost no Norwegians themselves either.

38. The state does its best to support the population's employment in at least some way. There are subsidies in many areas of private business. So, you can buy 30 sheep, nail tags on their ears, declare to the state that I am now a cheerful farmer, and let them graze for a whole year on some island. For this you can receive subsidies, equipment, and benefits from the state. At the end of the year, catch and sell - and earn a little more.

39. The murder of at least one person is discussed on national TV and radio for at least a week. Robbery too.

40. Roads in Norway are very good, but almost the entire regional transport network is single-lane. The highway offers only one lane in each direction. This is terribly annoying.

41. In recent years, Norway has increased the influx of immigrants from other countries. And not only from traditional Africa or Asia - but we even met Chechens! Most immigrants behave arrogantly, don’t want to integrate, don’t learn the language, gather in groups, breed like cockroaches, don’t like to work and exploit the system. This was not the case 10 years ago.

42. Learning Norwegian, or Norsk, is quite difficult. Lots of jumping intonations, different root words. But if you try, everything is ok in two years.

43. Many young Norwegians complain about boring lives, over-enforcement of laws, high prices and a harsh climate. However, they are proud to be themselves and part of the nation.

44. In summer, the southern part of the country is a very warm place. Strawberries, plums and pears ripen in abundance. The water in some places is up to 20 degrees, and swimming in the North Sea is very fun. You can even get a tan.

45. Airplane flights within the country, as well as abroad, are extremely cheap. At the same time, the quality of service is higher than that of European airline discounters. Flying to Dubrovnik from Bergen (3.5 hour flight) for 40 euros, or to Amsterdam for 35 from Oslo is common.

46. Smoking is being fought with unrealistic tobacco prices. However, Norwegians love to smoke. Many people buy cut tobacco in briquettes and smoke hand-rolled cigarettes, or bring cigarettes from duty free.

47. Norway has the largest total number of tunnels in Europe. There are simply hundreds of them everywhere. There is one that passes under the sea strait at a depth of about 4 km. Some tunnels are tolled, as are some bridges.

48. Renting a car, even the simplest one, is expensive. 2–3 times more expensive than in some European countries. There are very few gasoline ones. Diesel is our everything.

49. Norway is the northernmost point of mainland Europe. Called North Cape, it is located on the edge of a cliff far to the north. In good weather you can see the edge of the Arctic glaciers.

50. Despite its geographical proximity to Sweden, the people of Norway are different people. And in general, among all the Scandinavians, they must be the most original. Nature also differs.

51. The funds Norway receives from the sale of resources are distributed wisely. Norway has an unrealistic amount of real estate and land abroad. But few people know about this - they prefer to behave with restraint.

52. Due to the large number of islands and straits, the ferry network is very developed. Ferries go anywhere and very often. You can save hours of travel by taking a ferry. Mostly in my car. The ferries themselves are large, comfortable, and relatively inexpensive.

53. In Norway it is legal to catch sea crab, but it is forbidden to catch lobster. If a lobster gets to your crabber, and this happens quite often, according to the rules it must be released. When asked “what do you do with the lobster,” most Norwegians smile and say that, of course, they release this wonderful arthropod into the wild - while winking slyly. Live lobsters are sold at the fish market; their catch is subject to quotas.

54. Silver is inexpensive in Norway. Good quality silver products.

55. If you come as a tourist, do not forget to ask for Tax-free everywhere you go. It can be issued almost everywhere and for any goods, from a purchase amount equivalent to 50 euros. As a result, you can return up to 30% of the money spent.

56. A hero of Norwegian folklore, the troll is a very popular symbol in many establishments. Despite their very demonic appearance, trolls are spirits of nature, they protect it and also help good people. Here's an interesting fact: take a figurine of a troll, place it next to it, and try to compare it with the appearance of the surrounding local residents, especially women. An attentive observer will be able to spot unexpected similarities!

57. Pets, especially dogs, are extremely well-mannered. They bark a little, are very friendly, and do not bother their owners at all. Even with each other they are very reserved.

58. It's not easy to piss off a Norwegian. Many will prefer not to get involved. But if you achieve your goal, don’t expect anything good. Norwegians can be terrible when angry.

59. Energy in Norway costs crazy amounts of money. In 4 weeks, a family of 5 people can easily spend about 1 thousand euros on electricity. And even more. Be very rational with your energy expenses.

60. The care of children and young people is very strong. It is not at all uncommon for 20–30 children from one area to go to kindergarten, and no one else. Another kindergarten is being built for others. And this is not just a house with a playroom. This is a whole complex of a playground, locker rooms, toilets, kitchen, etc. It is customary to take off your shoes at the entrance. Being a child in Norway is a blessing.

61. There are few high-rise buildings and residential complexes, almost none. Mostly people live in private houses. The houses are simple but comfortable. They are usually painted red or blue and white, often with a field grass lawn on the roof. This is not only a tribute to tradition - such a roof insulates perfectly in winter. Looks funny.

62. There are not many generally known facts about Norway. The most famous associations are the Vikings, Edvard Grieg, mountains, fiords and trolls.

63. Most of the economy's income comes to the treasury from the sale of petroleum products. Next comes marine fishing, shipbuilding, engineering and the construction of deep-sea platforms.

64. The northern part of the country is very different from the southern part in climate. In winter it is cold and snowy in the north. In the south there may be no snow at all and the temperature in winter is above zero.

65. You can buy whale meat at the market or supermarket. It is scarce and expensive. Whale meat is dark, almost black, and tastes like elk meat. They sell steaks and minced meat.

66. In some cities, the local fauna has become completely accustomed to the proximity of humans. Pigeons in the square can land right on your hand and dashingly start eating your bun. Seagulls can hover a meter from the deck of a passing ferry and grab thrown bread right in the air.

6 7. Engineering universities, maritime academies, as well as oil and gas institutes are very prestigious.

68. According to tradition, every man must make a knife and sheath for himself. With my own hands. Everything you need for this is sold in abundance. Blades, blanks, tools, leather. Handles made from scraps of Karelian birch are especially good. Difficult to process, but beautiful and durable.

69. Along the road you can often find small cairns. They are called “tog” and no one touches them. Previously, they were folded so as not to lose their way after a snowfall or in heavy fog. Now this is a funny tradition.

70. There is a lot of game and wild animals. A deer or a galloping roe deer running onto the road is not uncommon.

71. When drinking, Norwegians clink glasses and say “Skol!” In this case, the letter “O” sounds like something between “o” itself and “e”. Toasting is not accepted.

72. The population of the country is not very religious. Of course, there are churches and cathedrals, but not many. Mostly adults attend the service.

73. If you live in nature in your house and have only electricity, you can get 80% of your food from the land. The sea is rich in all types of marine food, the water in streams and many lakes is drinkable without pre-treatment, and the forests are rich in game and fruits. However, the population is very wealthy, and in general does not burden nature with its presence.

74. The Norwegians have nothing, and there is no need to share with each other. In addition, many people usually know each other. As a result, there is a complete absence of clashes or hostile groups. But visitors who were generously allowed to come and live in the country often crowd out the locals with their behavior and arrogance.

75. It is not the Norwegians who write correctly, but the Norwegians :) Forgive me, everyone, for the habit of writing incorrectly.

76. Finding decent Russian products is not at all easy. It’s easier to order them online and have them delivered. But there are exceptions. So, Kefir is sold in supermarkets everywhere. Almost like ours. But it’s easier to pickle cucumbers or ferment cabbage yourself.

77. If you set a goal, then in a fairly short time you can achieve a meeting with the prime minister of the country. To do this, it is not at all necessary to be a famous oligarch, a member of his party or a classmate from his student days.

78. If the owners are at home, it is customary to raise the national flag on a flagpole next to the house. Many people have it. When leaving, it is lowered.

79. Respect for private property is observed throughout. During the day, most houses are not locked at all, except in large cities - and this is completely safe. It is customary to visit by invitation.

80. Recently, online poker has become very popular in the country. Today this is a common trend throughout Scandinavia. Norwegian players are popular and very dangerous: they are aggressive, persistent and calculating. Many achieve excellent results in the world poker arena.

81. You can bring high-quality alcohol as a gift to Norwegians. From the hands of the Russians this is even recommended. There are no clichés in this.

82. After sea fishing, many people want to try lake or river fishing. Often at the entrance to a freshwater lake you can see a poster prohibiting the use of marine gear in the lake. In particularly fishy lakes, there are dispensers with detergents for your fishing rods and tackle at the entrance. This measure prevents marine microorganisms on the gear from moving into fresh water. There have already been cases of algae infection.

83. There are practically no expensive cars on the roads in Norway. In half the cases, the new S-Class or BMW X6 will be driven by Germans or other Europeans.

84. It is almost impossible to meet people begging on the streets. The only exceptions are big cities, and almost always it is someone from immigrants. In the nineties this did not happen at all.

85. Registering your own company is quite simple. Be prepared to pay high taxes and remember that the Norwegians are very conservative in their choice of goods and services.

86. There is a beautiful amusement park near Oslo. It is very interesting and fun, there are very few queues.

87. Civil aviation pilots are cold-blooded and fearless guys. Takeoff and landing are often very rapid, and the weather conditions are not the most ideal. But this is justified - there are solid mountains around, there are not many direct platforms, and you need to take off quickly. Dozens of flights across the country under very harsh conditions have repeatedly proven to me their professionalism.

88. When traveling in Norway, splurge on a traditional wool sweater! Usually they are painted in multi-colored patterns, sometimes with deer, squares or broken lines. They can be very expensive, from 300 euros - but the quality is excellent, and they will serve you for an incredibly long time, without fading or shrinking.

89. Unless it's a foreigner or an immigrant, the chances of someone throwing a cigarette at you on the street are zero. If you share it with a friend, he will try to return it to you.

90. Local residents are not inclined to be overweight. They spend a lot of time at sea and in the fresh air, their food is not greasy and of good quality. There is very little fast food.

91. When Norwegian wives get married, they become very homely. They are often very educated, hardworking and well-mannered. Considering the fact that many citizens have been inheriting wealth for several generations, women are often quite wealthy even before marriage.

92. All cars on Norwegian roads have a built-in low beam mode that is always on. It is not disabled in most cases. This is due to the changeable weather.

93. For renting a boat with an engine less than 9 hp. no management license required. It is almost impossible to rent anything that is more powerful and faster without special water rights.

9 4. The English word Thursday comes from the name of the Norse god of thunder, Thor. At first, the day was called Thor's day.

95. Showing off, showing off and showing off are not held in high esteem by the Norwegians. Mostly immigrants and tourists behave this way.

96. There are few Russians, almost none. This is good, because our citizens tend to do shit and behave provocatively. Recently, more often in the summer, our tourists have become more numerous. The majority are wealthy and so far behave in a civilized manner.

97. Go to the grocery store, find a large refrigerator with bags of frozen shrimp sold by weight, put them in a thermal bag, weigh them, pay for them - and at home just dump them in the kitchen sink and turn on the boiling water. Once the shrimp are thawed and heated through, remove and serve. The shrimp will be juicy, flavorful and already quite salty. There is no need to boil or specially prepare them.

98. Finding a sushi restaurant or cafe that serves sushi is almost impossible. They are only in Oslo, Bergen, and it seems in Stavanger. In other cities there is only one such establishment. The quality is very modest. And of course, expensive.

99. The private lives of citizens rarely become public domain. Getting involved in other people's relationships is also not accepted. Norwegians usually do not talk about personal things to anyone.

100. In the summer, Norwegians love to travel to warm countries, but they don’t mind going to places where it’s warm and also has mountains. For example, you can find them in Croatia, Montenegro, and western Italy.

101. I really love Norway, its harsh and majestic nature, calm and kind people.

1. Over the years, Norway , a third of whose territory is located beyond the Arctic Circle, ranks highest in the list of countries on the Human Development Index (Human Development Index. A comprehensive indicator reflecting the standard of living and potential of a nation. – Note ed.). From 2001 to 2006 and from 2009 to 2017, she was in first place on this list.

2. The standard of living in Norway is one of the highest in the world. In 2009, Foreign Policy magazine ranked Norway as the most well-functioning and stable country in the world.

3. The Norwegian Vikings had a strong influence on Western civilization. They inhabited Shetland (c. 700) and the Faroe Islands (c. 800), reached the coast and invaded Scotland and Ireland (795–821), where they founded Waterford, Cork, Dublin and Limerick. They also colonized Iceland (around 860) and Greenland (982).

The first discovery of the American continent by Europeans is attributed to an expedition led by Leif Ericson. The expedition to Vinland (presumably in the Canadian province of Newfoundland) took place around the year 1000.

4. The modern Kingdom of Norway is quite young. The country gained independence on November 18, 1905 after the collapse of the union with Sweden.

5. Norway has the longest coastline in Europe (excluding Russia) - 25,149 km - and seventh in the world. If we take into account all the fjords and islands, the length of the coastline will be more than 100 thousand km.

6. One of the most famousThe main attraction of the country is the ancient frame church - Borgund stave. . It was built in the 12th century during the reign of Olav Kyrre the Peaceful.

The country of fjords and the homeland of the harsh Vikings - this is how those who have never been here often imagine Norway. In fact, this is an amazingly beautiful land of small cozy towns, stability, tranquility and safety. Well, and sometimes very strange food, where without it.

Facts about Norway

The name “Norway” translated from Old Norse means “the way to the north.”
This country has been a leader in the quality of life of its residents for many years.
In Norway, more than 235 thousand square kilometers are occupied by uninhabited mountains and swamps, and only 2,400 square kilometers can be used for sowing fields.
Norway is one of the least populated European countries.
In this country, the church was separated from the state only at the end of May 2012, which is an amazing fact for a European power. Until this moment, the king and half of the State Council were required to profess Lutheranism.
The Constitution gives the Norwegian king quite extensive powers, but in reality this position has long been of a purely “ceremonial” nature, as in Great Britain ().
After the end of the Ice Age, the lands of modern Norway were one of the most densely populated regions of the planet.
To extract gas, the Norwegians built the largest drilling platform on the planet in the North Sea with a displacement of 1 million tons and a height of 465 meters.
Europe's largest deposit of titanium ore has been discovered in Norway. In addition, the state is the largest European producer of aluminum and magnesium.
Norway exports about 90% of the paper produced in the country.
It is also the world leader in electricity reserves per capita.
The average Norwegian male salary is 40,800 kroner (303.7 thousand rubles), and a woman’s salary is 34,800 kroner (259 thousand rubles).

Norway ranks first on the planet in terms of the number of daily newspapers published per resident of the country.
It became the first country on Earth to decide to completely abandon analogue radio broadcasting in the FM range and has already begun this process.
Norway has hosted the Winter Olympics twice.
Norwegian Ole Einar Bjoerndalen is the only athlete in history who managed to become an Olympic champion in biathlon 8 times.
Musicians from Norway have won Eurovision three times.
Traditional Norwegian cuisine includes several unusual dishes - for example, Norwegians enjoy eating fermented trout (rakfisk) and dried fish (lutefisk) soaked in lye and then soaked in water.
The first settlement in Greenland was back in the 1st century AD. founded by the Norwegian navigator Erik the Red. Later, his children became the true discoverers of America, long before Columbus ().
The national flower of Norway is heather.
Norway is considered the birthplace of skiing. Translated from Norwegian, the word “ski” means “piece of wood.”
This country is the world leader in the export of ostriches.
In popular culture, the image of a Viking in a two-horned helmet is widespread, although in reality these stern warriors most likely did without headdresses at all.
The cheese slicer was invented and patented by a Norwegian carpenter in the 1920s.

There are many countries in Europe with a high standard of living. Let's get acquainted with one of them and learn interesting facts about Norway.

As the Encyclopedia Britannica assures us, Norwegian citizens are the most reading nation.

The name of the country, “Norway,” is usually translated as “The Way to the North.”

Norway is considered the safest and most peaceful country.

Athletes from Norway are recognized as the absolute leaders in medal standings at the Winter Olympic Games.

Norwegians can also be called record holders for life expectancy. With an average life expectancy of 80 years, Norwegian men live 76.5 years, and women live 83.4 years.

With an average salary of 5-6 thousand euros for Norwegians, they have the opportunity to afford a lot when traveling to other countries.

Most often, Norwegians, having taken a long vacation of 4 weeks in the summer, vacation in warm countries. Life in major Norwegian cities is slowing down - local theaters and museums are closing, as well as many cafes and even shops. Often, tourists who come to Norway during this season literally have nowhere to go.

Statistics say that Oslo, the capital of Norway, is the most expensive city in Europe.

Speaking about interesting facts about Norway and noting the high level of life there, we must also talk about problems. Norway is one of the world's largest oil producers, but household gas is very expensive for Norwegians. And gasoline costs an average of 2 euros per liter.

Norway has short working hours, so they are not overworked at work and have a lot of free time. Work usually starts at 10 am and ends at 4 pm.

Norwegian traditions discourage smiling and talking to strangers on public transport. Others may perceive this as uncivilized or even rude behavior.

Norwegians usually do not say toasts at the holiday table, but when clinking glasses they say the word “Skol!”

Norwegian laws allow whale hunting.

Norwegians have a liberal attitude towards drug use. Amazingly, the punishment for their possession is weaker than the punishment for driving while intoxicated or for speeding.

One third of the population of Norway at that time was destroyed in the 14th century by a plague called the Black Death.

An interesting video about Norway from the inside, from the program “Heads and Tails”.

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