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Visit Lofoten Islands to witness scenic Norway at its best. Lofoten is an archipelago in the county of Nordland in Norway. Lofoten Islands in Norway is a traditional district with its old charms alive. Those who loves nature and wants to take a relaxing break amidst nature would find Lofoten Islands an idyllic retreat. Because of its location in within the Arctic Circle, Lofoten Islands faces the largest positive temperature anomaly in the world. The place is best visited in summer during the months of July and August.
The island rises from the sea and has got almost a height of 1000 meters above the sea level. The majestic mountains and pristine bay waters will leave you spellbound. Islands such as Gimsoy, Vestvagoy, Flakstadoy, Moskenesoy, Vaeroy, Rost and Hinnoya and Austvagoy at the southwestern part comprise the archipelago of Lofoten. The islands are actually peaks of mountains rising straight from the ocean water and thus creating a picturesque terrain.
Lofoten Islands is a popular hangout for the anglers throughout the country. The Eggum fishing station and the fishing villages on the archipelago are ideal for spending short vacation. The place is ideal for some adventure sports like hiking and cycling as there are well marked hiking trails and cycling routes found in Lofoten Islands.
In every way Lofoten is a land of excitement and enchantment. Lofoten Islands is a wonderland of light and dark, of contrast and color. In a word in is a paradise for the discerning travelers in Norway. The scenic landscapes in Lofoten Islands are a real treat for your eyes. See the island in the soft light of Midnight Sun. See how the dazzling colorful streaks of Northern Lights create a magical wonderland here. The smell of dried fish along the fishing ports, the sight of smoking chimneys in winter and beautiful flowers and pristine lakes in summer will make you come back here again and again.
travel.mapsofworld.com provides online information on Lofoten Islands.
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