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 Skien
is a city and municipality in Telemark county, Norway. It is part of the
traditional region of Grenland. The administrative centre of the municipality
is the city of Skien. Skien is also the administrative centre of Telemark
county. Telemark Museum is located in Skien. Skien was the birthplace of
the author and playwright Henrik Ibsen. At Venstøp in Skien, you
can find the Venstøp Farm, established as the Ibsen Museum in 1958.
Every year there is a travelling
carnival with rides and merry-go-arounds for a week, in "Stevneplassen".
Norway's biggest outside climbing park, Himalaya Park, is located in Skien.
 Tønsberg
is a town and municipality in Vestfold county, southern Norway, located
around 25 km (15.53 mi) north-east of Sandefjord. The administrative centre
of the municipality is the city of Tønsberg. Tønsberg is
the site of Oseberghaugen, a Viking era burial mound. (Norwegian: Oseberghaugen
ved Slagen from the Old Norse Word haugr meaning mound) The Oseberg ship
was found in the Oseberg burial mound in 1904. This Viking era longship
is now in the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo. Archaeological excavations in
1904 uncovered history's largest and richest example of craftmanship from
the Viking Age. In addition to the Oseberg ship, Oseberghaugen contained
the Oseberg carriage, five beautifully carved bed-posts shaped like animal
heads, four sledges, beds, chests, weaving-frames, household utensils and
much more. Scientific examinations in 1992 now date the burial to 834 AD,
and indicate a probability that it was Queen Alvhild, the first wife of
King Gudrød, who was buried here.
Perhaps the most important
landmark in the town is the tower standing on the hill. It was erected
in 1888 as a memorial to the old fortress, of which just fragmentary ruins
remain today. Several streets in the town are named after old kings of
Norway. Other tourist sites include ruins of the Tønsberg Fortress
(Tønsberghus), St. Michael's Church, and the Royal Castle. Sem Church
(Sem kirke) located near the Jarlsberg Estate, is Vestfold's oldest stone
church built before 1100 in the Romanesque style. Haugar Vestfold Art Museum
is located in the parkland between the site of the ancient assembly of
Haugating and the two Viking era mounds.
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municipality in Telemark county, Norway. It is part of the traditional
region of Grenland. The administrative centre of the municipality is the
city of Skien. Skien is also the administrative centre of Telemark county
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Clarion
Collection Hotel Brygge, Skien
This Skien hotel is conveniently
located in the city center. Dining options at Clarion Collection Hotel
Brygge include a restaurant. A complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast
is served daily. Recreational amenities include a sauna. This 2.5-star
property offers small meeting rooms and business services. Complimentary
wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Skien property
has 4069 square feet of event space consisting of banquet facilities and
conference/meeting rooms. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property
amenities include coffee in the lobby. This is a smoke-free property. |
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Thon
Hotel Hoyers, Skien
The hotel is in walking
distance from the Telemark Canal, Telemark Museum, Henrik Ibsen's Museum,
Brekkeparken and nightlife and shopping in Skien. The hotel has provided
continuous hotel services under the same name for 150 years. The
hotel offers some of the best cuisine in Telemark, and the comfortable
restaurant with cut glass chandeliers and modern table settings really
rounds off the experience. The wine list is excellent, as is the menu.
Lunch is served from 12 am to 2 pm from Monday to Friday, and the á
la carte menu from 4 pm to 10 pm every day, except Sunday. Following
a delicious meal, you can relax in the comfortable lobby bar, or drink
coffee in the fireside lounge. |
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is a town and municipality in Vestfold county, southern Norway, located
around 25 km (15.53 mi) north-east of Sandefjord. The administrative centre
of the municipality is the city of Tønsberg. Tønsberg is
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Quality
Hotel Klubben, near airport Tonsberg
The Quality Hotel Klubben
is located in the heart of the city, close to a number of area attractions.
Local points of interest like the Whaling Museum, Vestfold County Museum
and the historic St. Michael's Church are minutes from this Tonsberg, Norway
hotel. History buffs will enjoy exploring nearby Castrum Tunsberg, Norway's
largest Medieval castle. This area features centuries-old fortresses, dwellings,
landmarks and more. A number of entertainment venues, specialty shops and
unique eateries can be found in the vicinity. Guests of this Tonsberg,
Norway hotel can enjoy features and amenities like free coffee, free wireless
high-speed Internet access in all rooms, and an on-site restaurant and
cocktail lounge that offers room service. |
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Hotel Tonsberg
The Quality Hotel Tønsberg
is ideally located minutes from Vestfold University College (Hogskolen
i Vestfold). This Tønsberg hotel provides easy access to many local
attractions and points of interest, including the Vestfold County Museum
(Vestfold Fylkesmuseum), historic St. Michael's Church, the Whaling Museum
and Castrum Tunsbergis, Norway's largest medieval castle dating back to
the 13th century. Norway's oldest town, Tønsberg is as charming
as it is rich in history. The surrounding area features numerous shops,
historic landmarks and cultural attractions. Recreation is abundant in
the area and includes boating, fishing, hiking, biking and golfing. A variety
of eateries are are located in the surrounding area. |
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Thon
Hotel Brygga Tonsberg
Thon Hotel Brygga is perfectly
situated at the harbour in the very heart of Tønsberg, overlooking
the sea. Park your car just outside the main entrance, or moor your boat
to the docks. The district offers many cultural events, museums, beaches
and cliffs. The hotel’s Restaurant Måken serves tempting à
la carte dishes and its speciality dishes. The restaurant also has an entrance
from the seafront, and can offer refreshments and delicious meals on the
waterfront throughout the summer. The hotel bar is the hotel’s natural
gathering point, to meet for a drink or a bite to eat – or just to relax
with a newspaper. |
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