Norway is known as the island at midnight sun situated in the western part of the Scandinavian peninsula. It extends about 1,100 mi (1,770 km) from the North Sea along the Norwegian Sea to more than 300 mi (483 km) above the Arctic Circle, the farthest north of any European country. Oslo is the capital of the country and also the political, economic and cultural center. In the urban area is the human Sculpture Park, the town hall and ski fields . Fiord area is an uncanny workmanship. The Songna Fiord is 200 km long deep and 1,300 meters. It is the world’s longest Fiord and a beautiful landscape of the world. Norway ’s north-south line distance is 1700 km long. The narrowest place is only six kilometers. Norway 's coastline is extremely tortuous, and the total length of coastline is 21,300 km. The long coastline is divided into the North Sea and has numerous waterfalls. The endless twists and the magnificent scenery of brilliant Fiord Rave brings tremendous passion to the soul that you will never forget. There are many coastal islands reaching 150,000, and it was known as the "country of 10,000 islands." Norway is the country in Europe that has the largest mountain range, has magnificent plateau, and mountain glaciers account for about 75% of the land area.

Geography and demography

Norway is a narrow and long about 1,600 miles (2,600 km), and it shapes like tadpoles as you travel south . Some parts of the tail is so narrow which is only 11/4 Lane (2 km) wide. It consists of 57 ° 57 'north latitude extended to 71 ° 11'. Several islands within the Arctic Circle are also attached to Norway, the largest of which is Bergen. Norway and the former Soviet Union shared jurisdiction. Norway has mountainous terrain; high elevation is approximately 6,500 feet (2,000 meters).

Norway 's total population is over four million. The ratio is 10 people per square kilometer making Norway, in addition to Iceland, the second country in the world in terms of population density.

Climate

Oslo , Norway is the warmest in the world during winter. In January, the average temperature is up to negative two degree Celsius (28 degrees Fahrenheit) and a minimum of negative seven degrees Celsius (19 degrees Fahrenheit). But in the northern part, there are very different circumstances. The negative temperature will last several months, and due to the long snow there are many roads that are closed. February and March is the best month of skiing March and April and sometimes even to early May, the spring is wet and the sky is gray. In the meantime, the highest daytime temperature is about 4 degrees Celsius (39 degrees Fahrenheit) and rise to 16 degrees Celsius (61 degrees Fahrenheit). Then during summer the average daily minimum temperature is 25 degrees Celsius (about 70 degrees Fahrenheit). If the sun is shining, it is perfect picnic weather. Temperature is about 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). Rain is in early October and the temperature drops to 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit) below and then all the way down to zero. From mid-October to early December, it will be lowered at any time depending on the region.

May and September are the peak season for tourists -- transport, hotel and museum are often overcrowded. During Easter is ski season. From the schools and the workplace, large crowds are skiing. In addition, vacation in Norway is mainly in July or August.

Culture and customs

Norwegians were very fond of shaking hands. No matter when and even if with strangers they always shook hands with each other. In the busy street of Norway , the Norwegian’s polite manner can also be seen. People seem to be pushing each other but they rarely apologize. If there was a collision, as long as there is no heavy violation, they will not be angry even if you did not apologize.

In Norway , there are some very strange customs. T he most popular color is red such as girls’ coats, children's ski jacket, men’s hat and others. Norwegian’s diet is simple—Christmas pancake during Christmas dinner, seafood products, sausage, smoked fish, pickled cabbage and various dairy products.

Norway has peculiar rituals such as when people talk they maintain a fixed distance. The distance between the two sides is 1.2 meters. Insufficient distance, or otherwise beyond the customary distance, is considered as discourteous.

Punctuality is Norway's special custom. If for some reason you will be late, you should first call and explain the reasons for them to understand and to show politeness.

During a toast (skaling) for alcohol drinking, they raise their glass and gaze at each other's eyes then they say “Skal.” They slowly sip because the prices are not low.

Giving tip is very simple. Hotel will normally add a service fee and there is no need to give tips. Restaurant services usually include the service fees and it is the customer’s decision to give tips. However, as part of their custom, they give 5-10% tips. Taxi drivers also receive tips accordingly. It is not customary to give tip to hairdressers, but 5 to 10% is appropriate for those who are grateful. Entrusting baggage in the baggage rooms is usually charged a fixed service, about NOK 5-10.