Norway

estimate population 4,551,100 - Capital: Oslo

Norway is well known for its fjords, mountains, glaciers, and lakes. The longest fjord is Sognafjorden, reaching 183 kilometres (114 miles) inland. More than 1,500 glaciers are scattered across Norway. The largest is Jostedalsbreen, west of Jotunheimen. The highest mountain peak is Glittertinden. Delightful cities to visit are Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Stavanger, and Baerum. The Norwegian krone is used as their currency.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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