Norway: A Cultural Guide

Norway: A Cultural Guide

Are you looking to get more out of your guide book than just an endless list of sites to see and hotels to stay in? This guide will help you re-live the history, see the architecture, experience the culture, and indulge in the local foods & drinks. It will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself into the daily lifestyle, while helping you understand the how and why behind this culture.<br /><br />Anyone can see a country; our readers want to live the culture and better understand the people. This guide allows you to do this: reaching into the past to understand the present. This guide is focused on the modern people and their lifestyle, including arts, entertainment, behavior, dress, sports, and identity. It also explores the geography, history, architecture, religion, superstitions, and other remnants from the past that have created the present. <br /><br />Are you seeking out the best of the culture, geography, architecture, or food? This guide will point you in the right direction for each, offering the top geography highlights, the best places to re-live the history, and more!<br /><br />Contents:<br />Welcome: Country overview, name origin, flag symbolism, & map of Norway<br />Land & Environment: Geography, weather, wildlife, and the best places to see these<br />History & Architecture: An overview of the past and how it created the present, plus must-see locations<br />The Norwegian Culture Today: The daily life and identity of the people <br />Food, Dining, & Drinks: From historic foods to modern specialties, plus where and when to eat<br />Social Life & Relationships: Behavior, dress, entertainment, arts, sports, & relationships among others<br />Also Includes... Travel essentials, logistics, pre-departure checklist, a packing list, & more