BERGEN IS WORTH A VISIT!

The Gateway to the Fjords has always something to offer - no matter what time of year. Bergen is an international town full of history and tradition; a big town with smalltown charm and atmosphere. The city of Bergen offer you the ideal combination of nature, culture and interesting city life. Bergen also has several exciting pedestrian shopping streets, Gamle Strandgaten - Gågaten, Torgallmenningen, Hollendergaten and Marken with a large selection of shops.

"BRYGGEN" (THE WHARF)

"Bryggen" (the Wharf) in Bergen was built after the great fire in the year of 1702. It was raised using the early buildings that housed the Hanseatic Traders from 1350 to 1764 as "blueprints". "Bryggen" is also included on UNESCO's list of world heritage of history and culture.
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BERGEN AQUARIUM

One of the finest and most extensive collections of marine fauna in Europe. There are 51 tanks. 3 outdoor pools containing seals, penguins and carp. The Aquarium extension contains a nesting cliff, open-plan aquariums, a new exhibition and a supervideograph.

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TROLDHAUGEN - HOME OF COMPOSER EDVARD GRIEG

The home of composer Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) and his wife Nina. Grieg lived here for 22 years and composed many of his best-known works in the little garden. Also visit the cliff-hewn tomb where he was buried, the concert hall Troldsalen and the museum.
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LYSØEN ISLAND, AND OLE BULL'S VILLA

The beautiful and extraordinary villa on Lysøen (the Island of Light) was built as a summer residence for the Norwegian violin virtuoso Ole Bull in 1873. Ole Bull's charismatic personality and musical excellence influenced contemporary artists. The villa is open to the general public in the summer, offering daily guided tours and concerts.
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FLØIBANEN, THE FUNICULAR

An 8-minute ride to the top of Mount Fløyen (altitude 320 m). Runs every half hour, every 15 minutes if necessary. A magnificent view over Bergen and the suburbs. Ideal for mountain walks. Souvenir shop open all year. Concerts every evening during summer.

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TORGET IN BERGEN

Bergen's famous Fish Market. Here you will also find fruit, vegetables, flowers, handicrafts, and souvenirs.

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The texts above is taken from Bergen Tourist Board website: www.visitbergen.com