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    Stavanger (/ s t ə ˈ v æ ŋ ər /, UK also / s t æ ˈ-/, US usually / s t ɑː ˈ v ɑː ŋ ər, s t ə ˈ-/, Norwegian: [stɑˈvɑ̀ŋːər] ⓘ) is a city and municipality in Norway.It is the third largest city and third largest metropolitan area in Norway (through conurbation with neighboring Sandnes) and the administrative center of Rogaland county.

  2. Jun 19, 2023 · Learn everything you need to know about living or visiting Stavanger, Norway's fourth-largest city and an oil capital with a rich history and culture. Find out where Stavanger is located, how to get there, what to do, and what to expect from this vibrant and scenic city on the southwest coast of Norway.

    • Preikestolen Bus & Hike. For those seeking a bird's-eye view of Lysefjord, the hike to Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen) is a must. Perched nearly 2,000 feet above the fjord, this iconic clifftop offers one of the most awe-inspiring views in all of Norway.
    • Join a Lysefjord Sightseeing Cruise. If the Preikestolen hike is too ambitious for you, don't worry. Instead, embark on a captivating three-hour sightseeing cruise from central Stavanger, available daily during the peak season and several times a week throughout the year.
    • Climb the World's Longest Wooden Staircase. For an off-the-beaten-path adventure, consider a stop at Flørli during selected fjord cruises. This historic village, once central to Norway's hydropower efforts, is now a charming retreat and a haven for hikers.
    • Explore Old Stavanger. This historic district of white, wooden houses is right by the cruise ship dock, making it the ideal first attraction for cruise ship visitors.
  3. Stavanger/Sandnes is Europe’s energy capital with a thriving offshore energy sector. In Sandnes, you’ll find recreational areas with natural icons such as Kjeragbolten and the Dalsnuten mountain peak. Sandnes has grown steadily in the last few years and many new buildings have appeared, including the new town hall by the harbour. A few ...

  4. 12. Stavanger Cathedral. 647. Religious Sites. According to tradition the cathedral was built in the year 1125, after Sigurd Jorsalfarer named Stavanger as a cathedral city. Bishop Reinald of Winchester was responsible for its construction. The church was built in Anglo-Norman style, probably by English craftsmen.

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  6. Jun 26, 2018 · Stavanger is a good base from which to explore the nearby Lysefjord, home to two of Norway's most famous attractions: Preikestolen and Kjeragbolten. Preikestolen – Pulpit Rock in English – is a flat cliff top that overhangs the fjord, offering a truly remarkable view across the fjord. It's one of the most popular hikes in all of Norway, but ...

  7. Stavanger. There's a reason this coastal town has been twinned with Houston and Aberdeen: it's sometimes known as Norway's 'Oil City' for its importance in oil exploration in the North Sea since the 1970s (Norway's largest oil company, Statoil, is based here). But while much of the outskirts are modern, you won't find too many skyscrapers ...

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