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Experience Norway’s Enchanting Borgund Stave Church
Published by Vanessa Boiser
Country: Norway 
The Experience
Embraced by picturesque coastal scenery, the large landmass forming the country of Norway is situated on the northeastern side of Europe. Nicknamed as the “Land of the Midnight Sun” (because the sun never truly sets in the summer), Norway boasts some of the most stable living conditions in the world.
Your trip to Norway will be enriched by a visit to one of the country’s many cultural and historical landmarks. Take the Borgund Stave Church in Laerdal, Sogn og Fjordane County, for example. This well-preserved wooden church is one of 28 similar attractions in Norway. Built sometime around 1180 AD, and dedicated to the Apostle Andrew, this stave church is a stunning accent against the scenic mountainous landscape. Borgund Church was built using a basilica plan, using simple yet sturdy materials, such as vertical wood boards (known as staves) on a stone foundation. What makes Borgund Stave Church unique among similar Norwegian stave churches is the fact that it is the oldest and best preserved stave church in the country.
When you visit Borgund Stave Church in Norway, you will be blown away by the intricate architecture and unique details. The walls feature runic inscriptions and detailed carvings of crosses and other religious symbols. Moreover, the architecture is very elaborate and quite complex given the time it was built, which makes it more special as one of the best stave churches in the world. You can stroll around the site and inside the church to appreciate the attraction more. From the outside of Borgund Stave Church you will be able to see four dragon heads, carved into wood and perched atop the church’s gables.
Surrounded by Norway’s picturesque landscape, Borgund Church is a Norway attraction sure to enrich your travels. The church is a beautifully preserved example of Norwegian history and culture, and the tranquil scenery surrounding it complements and enhances its old-world charm.
National Geographic lists Norway as one of the best places in the world to live and to visit. When you travel to Norway you will be greeted by vast coastal vistas, stunning mountainous terrain, and some of the most beautiful fjords in the world. Norway’s diverse landscape has been carved out by centuries of glacial activity from the ocean’s tides. It is a beautiful place to visit any time of year, and is home to many noteworthy attractions.
Your trip to Norway will be enriched by a visit to one of the country’s many cultural and historical landmarks. Take the Borgund Stave Church in Laerdal, Sogn og Fjordane County, for example. This well-preserved wooden church is one of 28 similar attractions in Norway. Built sometime around 1180 AD, and dedicated to the Apostle Andrew, this stave church is a stunning accent against the scenic mountainous landscape. Borgund Church was built using a basilica plan, using simple yet sturdy materials, such as vertical wood boards (known as staves) on a stone foundation. What makes Borgund Stave Church unique among similar Norwegian stave churches is the fact that it is the oldest and best preserved stave church in the country.
When you visit Borgund Stave Church in Norway, you will be blown away by the intricate architecture and unique details. The walls feature runic inscriptions and detailed carvings of crosses and other religious symbols. Moreover, the architecture is very elaborate and quite complex given the time it was built, which makes it more special as one of the best stave churches in the world. You can stroll around the site and inside the church to appreciate the attraction more. From the outside of Borgund Stave Church you will be able to see four dragon heads, carved into wood and perched atop the church’s gables.
Surrounded by Norway’s picturesque landscape, Borgund Church is a Norway attraction sure to enrich your travels. The church is a beautifully preserved example of Norwegian history and culture, and the tranquil scenery surrounding it complements and enhances its old-world charm.
National Geographic lists Norway as one of the best places in the world to live and to visit. When you travel to Norway you will be greeted by vast coastal vistas, stunning mountainous terrain, and some of the most beautiful fjords in the world. Norway’s diverse landscape has been carved out by centuries of glacial activity from the ocean’s tides. It is a beautiful place to visit any time of year, and is home to many noteworthy attractions.
When to Go to Borgund Stave Church Norway
Should you decide to pay this unique attraction a visit, Norway will graciously welcome you and your family and friends any time of year.Take note that from May to July, the sun never completely sets, while November to late January is the opposite: it never completely rises. Book flights to Oslo International Airport and book your hotel in Oslo too, as it's a central jumping off point. For easier trips, there are Norway tour packages available that consist of complete travel itineraries to spare you from all the troubles.
Odds n' Ends
The visit to Borgund Stave Church is quite tiring as it involves a bit of trailing and walking that will leave you hungry. There are several diners within the site so there is no need to worry about it. It is best to try the traditional cuisines that are usually composed of potatoes, seafood, breads and authentic Norwegian cheeses. The locals are pleasant and warm, so do not hesitate to mingle with them or ask questions. Souvenir shops dot along the site to make your stop all worth it.
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