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Below are Capitals of Scandinavia and popular destinations (Clicking on red colored text will link to more info or videos or detailed sites)
Copenhagen, Denmark
Boasting stunning modern architecture, world-class restaurants and cutting edge design, Copenhagen has much to offer visitors. Canals, lakes and the sea form a backdrop and are a reminder of the city's heritage as a major Baltic port. The city is one of Europe's oldest capitals with a royal touch, the monarchy in Denmark is the oldest in the world! Copenhagen is clean, safe and ridiculously easy to get to know, the locals all speak superb English and they have an excellent transport system. Not really a budget destination. Though not well known to casual visitors Denmark is an island nation, with 72 inhabited islands and a further 371 uninhabited ones. Mainland has 3 world heritage sites. |
Stockholm, Sweden
A vibrant, modern city, famous for producing sleek designs, edgy fashion and world-class nightclubs. Sweden's capital city spreads out over 14 islands connected by 57 bridges in Lake Mälaren, looking out to the Baltic Sea. With its 750 year history and rich cultural life, Stockholm offers a wide selection of world-class museums and attractions. The green island of Djurgården is home to some of the city's most popular attractions. Naturally a city built on fourteen islands offers marvelous views over the water. There are many different sightseeing tours to choose from. And if fourteen islands aren’t enough, Stockholm offers a wonderful archipelago with 30,000 islands, islet rocks and skerries. |
Helsinki, Finland
Helsinki is one of Europe’s most modern and culturally progressive cities, yet remains in touch with an intriguing history stretching back over 450 years. It is a city of bustling, colourful market squares and halls, of outdoor summer concerts and sports events, of seaside parks, of excellent cafes and restaurants for every taste and budget, top-notch hotels and cutting-edge art in fine museums. It is also a pleasantly compact city, with many of the attractions in the central districts, within easy reach of one another. Founded in 1550, the "Daughter of the Baltic" has been the Finnish capital since 1812. The best time to visit is in summer, when Finns flock to outdoor bars and cafes to enjoy the sunshine. |
Oslo, Norway
The capital of Norway is also its largest city. The city's nightlife attractions rivals most other major European cities, and it's unique position between a fjord and the hills make it an unforgettable experience. The city is located at the head of the 100-kilometre Oslofjord. The fjord’s 40 islands are great for recreation, and many of them can be reached by ferry. Oslo as a winter destination has traditionally been associated with ski jumping in Holmenkollen. Be active and rent a canoe in the Nordmarka forest, visit the animals at Bogstad Gård, dive from 10 meters at Frognerbadet public bath, or take a ride or twenty on the rollercoasters of Tusenfryd Amusement Park. It is often referred to as one of the world’s most expensive cities. |
Reykjavík, Iceland
The world’s most northerly capital combines colourful buildings, quirky people, a wild nightlife and a capricious soul to dramatic effect. Reykjavík has been described as a young and daring city that is characterised by strong contrasts. The culture also includes a hip and internationally recognized music and arts scene, not to mention a notoriously wild nightlife. Reykjavík sometimes feels like a cosmopolitan capital and a tiny seaside village--all wrapped up in one. But Reykjavik has the best of both worlds: the qualities of a modern, forward-looking society complemented by a close connection to Iceland's beautiful and unspoilt nature. Owing to these many different forces the new slogan is "Reykjavík - Pure Energy" and it holds true. |
Faroe Islands
An adorable Nordic nation where the Norse gods and their Eddas originated. Situated in the heart of the Gulf Stream in the North Atlantic, the Faroe Islands lie northwest of Scotland and halfway between Iceland and Norway. The archipelago is composed of 18 islands covering 1399 km2 and is 113 km long and 75 km wide, roughly in the shape of an arrowhead. National Geographic Traveler has voted the Faroe Islands the best islands destination in the world in a survey of 111 island communities. Binoculars and sunglasses should be part of the outfit of any visitor to the Faroe Islands. Sunglasses are needed when the brilliant sun bursts forth from the clouds; binoculars to enjoy the brilliant spectacle of birds soaring along the sea cliffs. |