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Whether its wildlife or old churches, Hammerfest has several tourists attractions in and around the town. While Sightseeing in Hammerfest it is impossible to cover up all the places in one or two days. So while you set out for Hammerfest Tour ensure that you have enough time in your hand to visit all the places and enjoy all the adventure activities in order to experience a memorable Sightseeing in Hammerfest.
Hammerfest is the northern most city in the world located on the west coast of the island of Kvaløy in Norway. It is a small city with ample scope of adventure activities while enjoying the beauty scenic landscapes. The city was developed here as it was a natural harbor. Now it is known for its pristine beauty. So, set out for Hammerfest Sightseeing.
Sightseeing in Hammerfest include visits to the old museums and churches in the city. Hammerfest was destroyed in the World War II. A visit to The Museum of Reconstruction gives a vivid picture of how the city was destroyed during the war and how it was reconstructed after the war.
Walk down to the Market Square in the town. There you will see the Hammerfest Town Hall and a small museum that exhibits antiques of the time when Hammerfest was the whalers' capital.
Visit the Church of Hammerfest built in 1961. The church has modern architecture with unconventional style. Take stroll around the grave chapel which is a few steps from the church compound.
This chapel was the only survivor in town after the World war II.
Stop over St. Michael's Church and Lutheran Church for some time. St. Michael's is the only local Roman Catholic church in the city. Lutheran Church is situated to the west of the Market square.
Sightseeing in Hammerfest is never complete without a visit to The Royal and Ancient Polar Bear Club. This is an exclusive club cum museum displaying Hammerfest's history and tradition of Arctic hunting and fishing. You will see the stuffed animals on exhibition including polar bears, seals, lynx, puffins and wolves.
Sightseeing in Hammerfest must include a boat ride to the breathtaking North Cape which is the northernmost point in the continent of Europe. This cape is the extension of Struve Geodetic Arc which is listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. North Cape also offers scope for hiking. For Excursion or hiking you can also follow the scenic routes to Salen and Skaidi.
Bird watching is another popular tourist activity in Hammerfest. Sightseeing in Hammerfest take you to the islands and bird cliffs outside Hammerfest by boat.
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