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Norway — silhouette, capital and facts
Norway is in Europe and its capital is Oslo. With about 5.5 million people and 385,207 km², it ranks 61st in area and 114th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Norway, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Oslo
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 5.5 million
- Area
- 385,207 km²
- Language
- Norwegian
- Currency
- Norwegian krone
- Flag colors
- red, white, blue
Borders
Norway shares a land border with 3 countries: Sweden, Finland, Russia.
Fun facts about Norway
- Norway's fjords, such as Geiranger and Nærøyfjord, were carved out by glaciers.
- North of the Arctic Circle, Norway has the midnight sun in summer and polar night in winter.
- The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo, while the other Nobel Prizes are awarded in Stockholm.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Norway?
The capital of Norway is Oslo.
Which continent is Norway in?
Norway is in Europe.
Which countries border Norway?
Norway shares a land border with 3 countries: Sweden, Finland, Russia.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Norway?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Norway is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Norway?
Norway's fjords, such as Geiranger and Nærøyfjord, were carved out by glaciers. North of the Arctic Circle, Norway has the midnight sun in summer and polar night in winter. The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo, while the other Nobel Prizes are awarded in Stockholm.
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