Local residents are distinguished by very calm and balanced character. They are very patient and reasonable, and so they can even seem to be a bit slow to some visitors. The locals remain calm even in the most difficult situations, and for them it’s not common to raise voice even during quarrels. Honesty is a striking feature of the national character. Sellers in the local stores will never impose an unnecessary item to a buyer and will honestly say their opinion if some item doesn’t fit a potential buyer. Waiters in restaurants and cafes patiently tell their visitors about the peculiarities of all dishes they have and will surely advise the most delicious one. Bergen residents are very fond of traveling. This concerns people of absolutely all ages. Caring parents will certainly take children to a trip together with them, and retired people usually devote the biggest part of their free time to travelling. Probably, because of this fact the locals are very tolerant to visitors and are always ready to help them in case of trouble. It should be also noted that the locals have great reverence and respect for older people. Even "informal" youth treats elderly people with respect, surprising many foreign visitors. You can talk to absolutely any subject with residents of Bergen. The only thing to remember during a conversation is not to show any disrespect for the royal family. Any awkward or ironic word can seriously offend the local residents. When local people meet
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