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Tag: Scandinavia

NorwayOslo

Akershus Fortress and Oslo Harbour Promenade

Posted onMay 31, 2018August 24, 2018 Aker Brygge, Akershus Fortress, Europe, Norway, Oslo, Oslo Opera House, Royal Palace, Scandinavia Leave a Comment
Akershus Fortress Oslo

It was wet and gloomy the next day as we made our way to Akershus Fortress (Akershus Festning). The medieval fortress is perched high above the harbour and surrounded by defensive walls. Akershus Fortress was constructed to defend the city and its strategic position offers a clear view of enemies’ threats. Akershus has withstood...

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NorwayOslo

The Low-Key Charm of Oslo

Posted onMay 20, 2018August 24, 2018 Comfort Hotel Grand Central, Europe, Frogner Park, Norway, Oslo, Scandinavia, Vigeland Sculptures Leave a Comment
Oslo City Hall

Many who had been to Norway before would talk about skipping Oslo when visiting Norway. For they say that the country’s beauty lies in its landscapes, fjords, and wilderness. I cannot dispute the beauty part after visiting Lofoten Islands, Bergen, Stavanger, and Preikestolen. But to skip Oslo is one thing I will not do....

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FinlandHelsinki

Onward to Finland, Hei Helsinki

Posted onJanuary 2, 2018January 13, 2018 Finland, Helsinki, Helsinki Cathedral, Savotta, Scandinavia, Senate Square, Solo Travel, Uspenski Cathedral 2 Comments
Helsinki Cathedral of Finland

I had the chance to visit Helsinki for a day before boarding the ferry bound for Tallinn, Estonia. That’s a very limited time to catch a glimpse of Santa Claus’ homeland famed for Northern Lights and Lapland wilderness. Finland is also known for its excellent education system, Angry Birds and the once mighty Nokia....

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NorwayStavanger

Preikestolen Pulpit Rock hike

Posted onOctober 16, 2017May 20, 2018 Lysefjord, Norway, Preikestolen, Pulpit Rock, Scandinavia, Solo Travel, Stavanger 4 Comments
Preikestolen Pulpit Rock Norway

I woke up early the next morning overwhelmed with anticipation for the Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) hike. The walk from Best Western Havly Hotell to Fiskepiren Ferry Terminal took me around ten minutes. I bought the round trip tickets and boarded the Ferry from Stavanger to Tau. It was a comfortable forty minutes ride in...

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