In 1905, Norway peacefully gained full independence from Sweden. Today, Norway is a constitutional monarchy and one of the world’s most prosperous countries.
Quick Facts
Capital:Oslo
Largest City:Oslo
Population: About 5.5 million people
Official Language: Norwegian
Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Located in Northern Europe on the Scandinavian Peninsula.
Did You Know?
Norway’s national motto is “Alt for Norge” (“Everything for Norway”).
Roald Amundsen was the first person to reach the South Pole.
Norway introduced the modern concept of the salmon fish farm.
The country awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo each year.
