| Trondheim is a fun and diverse city full of great
sights and fabulous eateries. The city is an ancient and beautiful one, and
much of the architecture dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries. The
citizens of Trondheim are very proud of their heritage, and maintaining a
link to the past is extremely important to them, which is evident as you
travel throughout the city. The subject matter of the local museum exhibits
particularly reflect this, and both the Natural History and Archaeology
museum and the Trondelag Folk Museum are magnificent. Although the the
exhibits might be modern, the displays all focus on the past, and even the
showcases about present-day Trondheim manage to incorporate aspects of life
in Norway centuries ago. The old bridges that lace the city center are
fantastic, and much of the architecture is truly inspiring.
King Olaf I Tryggvason founded Trondheim during the 10th century. The
king imposed a strict regime on the townspeople, but it served to give them
pride in their city and a strong work ethic, both of which continue to
influence the inhabitants of Trondheim today. The people are friendly and
are always willing to help you if you are in need or have a question.
Trondheim has the third largest population of any city in Norway, due in
large part to the location of a major university in the city that attracts
students from all over the country. Before the 1200?s, Trondheim was
actually the capital of Norway, and the powerful medieval ambiance is still
felt by all who travel within its city walls. |
