Photogallery of Tromso, Norway

A great vacation spot for tourists with children and all nature lovers will be a Polar Zoo. It is the world's northernmost wildlife park. Its visitors can see animals who have perfectly adapted to the conditions of the harsh winter, for which these places have long become home. Typical zoo inhabitants are lynx, bears, reindeer, wolves, elk, and musk oxen. The zoo is completely different from an ordinary one. Unique, close to natural, environments have been created here for animals. The zoo is open to visits all year round. The Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a no less interesting sight. It is the northernmost Catholic cathedral in the world. Originally, a spectacular neo-gothic building was created as a private residence of the bishop. Only later it was converted into a cathedral and consecrated in 1861. Over the years of its existence, the cathedral has experienced many important historical events. During the Second World War, it housed a refugee camp. In 1969, a strong fire broke out in the church. With the efforts of local residents, it was restored in the shortest possible time. Trips to the nearby island of Kvaloya, also known as the island of whales, are extremely popular among lovers of guided tours. The island is remarkable not only for its natural beauty but for unique archaeological sites. Researchers found signs of cave paintings aged more than 2500 years there. Tromso attracts not only admirers of nature and history. Professional climbers are common … Read further