Norway
Norway is a country in Scandinavia, Europe. Its capital is Oslo, with a population of approximately 5.4M and a total area of 385,207 km². The official language is Norwegian and the currency is the Krone (kr).
📊 Quick Facts about Norway
Norway covers an area of 385,207 km² with a population density of 14/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $542B ($100,320 per capita) and gained independence in 1905. It has a coastline of 25,148 km.
Norway's sovereign wealth fund owns, on average, 1.5% of every publicly listed company in the world. The country invented the cheese slicer, the aerosol can, and the modern paper clip.
✈️ Travel Information for Norway
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🏛 Must-See Places in Norway
A UNESCO fjord with thundering waterfalls cascading down sheer mountain walls
Colorful Hanseatic wooden houses on Bergen's historic waterfront, UNESCO listed
A dramatic rock tongue hovering 700m above a glacial lake
UNESCO narrowest fjord in Europe, steep mountains plunging into 500m deep waters
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Norway
What is the capital of Norway?
The capital of Norway is Oslo.
What continent is Norway in?
Norway is located in Europe, in the Scandinavia region.
What currency does Norway use?
Norway uses the Krone (kr). The international calling code is +47.
What is the GDP of Norway?
Norway has a GDP of $542B, with a GDP per capita of $100,320.
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