When you live in a small city everyone is a part of the parade. That means there is only a very small crowd looking on. So Alta has arranged a unique idea.
If we think there is a predator on the prowl we follow the tracks through the icy fields and into the forest to see what story they can tell us.
We did it! We had 140 dancers participate in Thrill the World world record attempt, not bad for a city of only 19,000.
The bunad is a traditional Norwegian costume worn by both men and women. It can either come from established rural traditions or have a more modern design inspired by historical patterns and cuts.
Towards the water in a beautiful pocket of leafy oak trees is the Byneset Church.
Many Norwegians know what they are doing when they pick wild mushrooms. This knowledge is passed down the family during mushroom hunting trips. The hard-core mushroom hunters go into the mountain wilderness for days to get the best finds.
Many English words actually come from old Norse language – brought by Vikings to England in medieval times. Here are some words you have probably uttered without realising you are speaking Norwegian!
This season we will be bringing you selections of her recipes and cooking tips. Some are bizarre, others are hilarious, some are considered forgotten works of genius, and others have become standard festival meals in Norway.
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Lathari beach is the only beach in Alta.