Norway's second biggest city and a former capital, Bergen sits between seven mountains on a fjord leading to the Atlantic Ocean. It was a mercantile powerhouse in the Hanseatic
League, with ports throughout the Baltic Sea.
League, with ports throughout the Baltic Sea.
The usual view of the merchants' buildings along Bryggen, the pier of Bergen,
photobombed by a seagull.
A tall ship on the Bergen waterfront.
The Sailor's Monument celebrates Viking and Norwegian culture,
with statues on the four sides depicting different eras.
The Sailor's Monument celebrates Viking and Norwegian culture,
with statues on the four sides depicting different eras.
Very interesting to follow you on this trip. Have a good time, Jack !
ReplyDeleteThe photos of the homes and the villages are classic! What a fantastic trip you are having and thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteAn incredibly photogenic location. There are worse ways to be "bombed" by a seagull!
ReplyDeleteI am enjoying your trip, right along with you. The seagull is the perfect photo bomber.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly is a beautiful city.
ReplyDeleteJak, I have been enjoying seeing your photos from this trip. Thanks so much for posting them. We get to vicariously join you in your adventure.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful view of the town you gave us, Jack!
ReplyDeleteWhat a glimpse of a beautiful city. Thanks, Jack!
ReplyDeleteThat first one is a classic view but deservedly so.
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