The beauty of Norway. Traveling in the Lofoten Islands

There is a joke that nature received an award for the creation of Norway. The beauty of this region will captivate and fascinate. What are the mountain bays - fjords! It is also worth noting that life here, as they say, is at the highest level. Today, Norway ranks third in the list of countries in terms of GDP per capita.

Every year, millions of tourists from all over the world come here to enjoy the natural attractions with their own eyes. One of the interesting routes is the Lofoten Islands, located in the north-west of the country. This archipelago consists of seven large islands: Austvogöy, Værøy, Vestvogöy, Gimsøy, Moskenesøy, Röst and Flakstadøy. Their total area is 1227 sq. km; population - 24,000 people. The main occupation of the locals is fishing.

Travelers vacationing in the Lofoten Islands have the opportunity not only to plunge into the world of tranquility, but also to find entertainment for every taste - diving, snorkeling, natural boat safari, mountain climbing. Well, if you're lucky, you can see killer whales and the northern lights.

(Total 16 photos)

1. (mariusz kluzniak)

2. (Soren Schaper)

3. (Bjornar E)

4. (Florian Seiffert)

5. (Martin de Lusenet)

6. (Ib Armo)

7. (Ram Yoga)

8. (Trond Kristiansen)

9. (Pavel Lunkin)

10. (Mike Green)

11. (Matthew Savage)

12. (Jakob Nilsson-Ehle)

13. (rach2k)

14. (Paul Williams)

15. (Nick)

16. (Henrik Johansson)