Christmas in Norway
Global warming in recent years has made the European winter not snow-white and frosty at all, and therefore Christmas in Norway will become a holiday in the best traditions. The Norwegians are proud of their snowdrifts of perfect cleanliness, frost of the correct degree and New Year's traditions, thanks to which the trip can leave a sea of pleasant impressions for the traveler who has dropped in here..
The Tale of the Seven Candles
The Norwegians begin to prepare for the solemn day in advance, and at the very beginning of winter, houses, courtyards and public buildings are decorated and tidied up. Closer to Christmas, specially processed spruces are installed in Norway, which do not crumble for a long time. Many residents of the country plant a fir tree in the yard and decorate it.
The gala dinner is rich and varied. The main attributes of the table are ribeo and riskrem. The first dish is crispy pork ribs, according to legend, the fate of the marriage depends on the degree of roast. Riskrem is a sweet rice dessert that has an almond nut hidden in it. The finder is waiting for a gift from the mistress of the house and good luck next year. You can also look for your almonds or check the strength of the relationship between the cook and the waitress in local restaurants..
Christmas in Norway is also a celebration of a thousand gifts. They like to give and receive them here, and therefore it makes sense to walk and buy souvenirs for loved ones and relatives, since the sales are raging with might and main..
Fjords and Olympic sites
A tour to the kingdom of the trolls is worth buying not only for the sake of festive feasts. In winter, the country has a special atmosphere that is inherent only in Scandinavia. At this time of year, it is especially dark, and therefore it seems deep, the water of the famous Norwegian fjords.
This natural landmark attracts thousands of visitors every year. The narrow bays, which the sea literally cut into the land, do not freeze, because the warm Gulf Stream is very close. The fjords of Norway are the largest in the world, and some even open shipping, so deep they are. Fishing villages are located on the banks, and waterfalls rush down from the surrounding rocks. A spectacular sight and well worth spending Christmas in Norway!
And Scandinavians love dog sledding and willingly offer guests such entertainment. The popular winter resort of Lillehammer is a place where you can feel like a real musher. In the capital of the Olympic Games, you can go in for horseback riding, skiing or snowboarding..
Christmas in Norway is a great opportunity to remember the real winter and have great fun in the country of the brave and harsh, but hospitable and caring Vikings..
