Stavanger Norway is pure heaven, filled with cobble stone streets. Happy locals, amazing food, and beautiful weather. Please check out my guide.
The Stavanger region boasts many scenic attractions, among them the Lysefjord, Sola beach and the world famous Preikestolen ("the Pulpit Rock"). Preikestolen is located 1,981 feet above sea level and is the most visited attraction in the county of Rogaland. It is one of the region's most breathtaking attractions.Stavanger is a university city, and home to a number of schools of higher education and research. This is reflected in the city's urban and lively atmosphere, and in the varied assortment of shopping and dining opportunities.The Gladmat Food Festival, usually held at the end of July, is a large happening in the region, and attracts around 250,000 visitors every year.Stavanger Cathedral is located in downtown. Stavanger Cathedral was built in the 12th Century by Englishman Reginald of Worcester (later known as Bishop Reinald) as a three-aisle Romanesque basilica.
The choir was rebuilt in Gothic style after a fire in 1272, and the whole church was renovated in the 19th Century. Notable interior features include the richly carved Baroque pulpit (1658), a stone font of the Gothic period, and the stained glass in the east window depicting New Testament scenes.
Market Square Right near Stavanger's Cathedral, extending to the harbor on the left inlet (Vågen), the Market Square is a lively place to spend some time shopping and soaking up some local culture on weekdays. The market has open stalls, making it a pleasant experience on nice days.
Old Stavanger
The historic area consists of a collection of quintessential homes nestled along meandering cobblestone streets, and is in fact the largest surviving wooden house settlement in northern Europe. Its streets are worth exploring, as are its galleries and museums.
Two of the best are the Maritime Museum on Nedre Strandgate a unique glimpse into the town's seafaring past, and the Norwegian Fish Canning Museum, offering a fascinating look at the history of the country's still important fishing industry.
Ledaal House
Ledaal House was built as summer residence for the Kielland family in 1799, Ledaal House is a perfectly preserved example of how Norway's elite lived in the early 19th Century. The richly furnished mansion still functions as a royal residence as well as a museum, and the entire property is owned by the state. Klosterøy - Utstein Abbey
To the north of Stavanger are numerous islands and islets, one of the most popular being tiny Klosterøy
Linked to the larger island of Mosterøy by bridge, Klosterøy is famous for its Augustinian abbey, Utstein. First mentioned in the 13th Century, this well-preserved monastic house can be reached from Stavanger by boat or car. Lysefjord
To the east of Stavanger and a pleasant trip by boat lies Lysefjord, a dramatic cleft in the mountains 23 miles long, up to 1.25 miles wide, revealing stunning bright green water. Topping it all are the sheer walls of rock rising 3,300 ft above the fjord.
This breathtaking landscape is one of the best sightseeing trips in the area.
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