Friday, April 10, 2020

Geiranger Fjord - Norway

One of the first things that comes to mind when thinking about Norway are the fjords and this one in Geiranger is the most famous and most visited in the country. Geiranger is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Located in Sunnmøre in the municipality of Stranda in Møre og Romsdal county, in the western part of Norway, this small tourist village lies at the head of the Geirangerfjord.

The iconic Geirangerfjord is considered one of the most beautiful fjords in the world, and is included on the UNESCO World Heritage list together with the Nærøyfjord.
The Geirangerfjord is one of Norway’s most popular natural attractions. The fjord is 260 metres deep while the surrounding mountains are 1600-1700 metres high. The fjord is also known for its spectacular waterfalls and deserted fjord farms high up on the steep cliffsides. 


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The idyllic nature and the dramatic mountains will impress any visitor in the area. 
The now deserted fjord farms tell the tales of a different time and way of life. You can visit some of the farms, such as Skageflå, Knivsflå, Blomberg, Matvik, Syltevik and Westerås. - in: https://www.fjordnorway.com