- Norway means “path to the North”
- The first Olympics event was first held in Oslo in 1952
- It is where cheese slicer was invented
- It is where the famous Helly Hansen outdoor clothing originated
- Edvard Grieg, an artist who created the “The Scream” painting is a Norwegian.
- Norway is the third biggest exporter of oil in the world.
- Vikings use their long ships to explore new countries
- Awesome Fjords
- Northern lights
- Midnight sun at the North Cape
- Fresh Salmons are being exported worldwide
- 98-99% of its electricity is coming from a hydroelectric power
- The first country to implement compulsory paternity leave
- Norway knighted a penguin in 2008
- Income and wealth information are accessible online for public
- Won the largest number of Gold, Silver and Bronze in Winter Olympics.
- Norway is absolutely the cradle of skiing.
- Norway's largest lake and located in central eastern region, is also the 2nd deepest in Europe and the 19th deepest in the world.
- The locals eat brown cheese or brunost which is a sweet cheese but not really cheese.
- Norwegian words are well adopted in English as well as other languages
- Many Norwegians eat kaviar on a daily basis.
- The Lærdal road tunnel on road E16 is the world's longest road tunnel.
- They use 00 to 24 hours, instead of AM and PM.
- Norwegians are the best educated people in Europe.
- Oslo in Norway is one of the most expensive cities in the world.
- Norway became one of the first countries to establish a Ministry for the Environment.
- Norway is one of the wealthiest and most peaceful countries in the world.
- Food stores are closed on Sundays but in order for any establishment to be open on this day or holidays, they must obtain a special license.
So did I miss anything? Would be happy to hear your thoughts!
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