Historical Towns In Norway

The world is growing increasingly populous and built up, and there have been numerous new developments. However, while some cities are loaded with newer buildings, Norway is home to old cities that were founded centuries ago. The church known as Nidaros, for example, was completed in 1090 AD and became a major pilgrimage place in medieval Norway. The church grew to accommodate the crowds, and in 1152, Nidaros was elevated to the status of archbishopric, and the lowly church was elevated to the status of cathedral.

Lesund is a must-see for anyone interested in Art Nouveau and Jugend-style architecture. More than 850 houses were destroyed in a massive city fire in 1904. The end result is available today: Lesund is a lovely Art Nouveau town with interesting shops, cafes, and galleries. Climb the steps to the top of Mount Aksla for a bird's-eye perspective of a city that transformed tragedy into triumph. If you have the time, a visit to the Lofotr Viking Museum in Borg, near Vestvagoy, is definitely worth it to view the 83-meter-long recreated long-house and to vividly feel a period long gone but still present through archaeological findings such as jewelry, weaponry, and ceramics.