Stavanger: Norway’s Oil Capital and Famous Tourist Destination
The fourth largest city to date in Norway, Stavanger is located in the peninsula of the same name, it was founded in the year 1125 – the same year Stavanger Cathedral was completely built. 18th to 19th century houses surround the place, which piques the interest of many tourists, booking a flight to either Karmoy Airport or Stavenger Airport. When Norway’s oil industry boomed in the 20th century, the population of Stavanger went sky high, which made the city the “Oil Capital of Norway”. It is considered one of the oldest cities within Norway, which has emerged in the 12th century during the period of increasing urbanization and population growth within northern Europe.
Best Time to Visit
All year round, tourists can expect big events to occur within the city of Stavanger. The biggest Food Festival in Europe, which is Gladmat, Tomato Festival, Fishing Festivals and Music Festivals take over the city during most of the months. Although weather-wise, it is highly recommended to book flights and hotel accommodations during the month of July until September to take advantage of the good weather invading the city to enjoy much of the town with the open-air attractions like Iron Age Farm.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Stavanger Botanical Garden showcases the natural beauty of Stavanger in one place. Stavanger Maritime Museum can surely fill those gaps of knowledge up about the country, as well as the city to which visitors of the same interest would greatly enjoy. Rogaland Art Museum is for those who are lovers of different types of arts while staying in this city in Norway. After a tiring day tour on the above mentioned attractions, tourists can take a rest by booking their hotel rooms at these top-rated hotels: Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Thon Hotel Stavenger, and Scandic Royal Stavanger.