Norwegian attractions make prestigious list
Norway stands out in Time Magazine’s ranking of top travel destinations
Photo: Tor Erik Schrøder / NTB
Since opening in May, the Kunstsilo art museum in Kristiansand has seen over 77,000 visitors.
NTB
Several Norwegian attractions have been included in Time Magazine’s list of the 100 best places to visit in the world. The prestigious list is published annually and focuses on places that offer new and exciting experiences.
Among the destinations, is the Norwegian Michelin-starred restaurant Iris in Rosendal. It is located inside the Salmon Eye in the Hardangerfjord, the world’s largest floating cultural installation.
“This is a strong recognition of Salmon Eye and Iris. It gives us the opportunity to contribute more strongly in the work to change how we use the ocean’s resources,” said the restaurant’s general manager, Sebastian Torjusen, in a press release.
Controversial Kunstsilo
The art museum Kunstsilo in Kristiansand can also boast about its place on the list, although the building has been at the center of controversy in Norway because of its high price tag.
The abandoned granary was renovated and filled with over 7,500 works of art.
“That Kunstsilo is mentioned in connection with other destinations such as Iris in the Hardangerfjord and the Team Lab Borderless Digital Art Museum in Tokyo is crazy—but it also feels deserved,” said Reidar Fuglestad, Kunstsilo’s managing director.
The museum opened earlier this spring, and after three months, it had seen over 77,000 visitors.
“We have worked systematically and strategically over several years to make Kunstsilo a visitor destination, both nationally and internationally,” said Eldbjørg Dahl, commercial director of Kunstsilo. Dahl is, of course, very pleased.
“That an art museum in Kristiansand has now received one of the world’s most prestigious awards is simply euphoric,” she said.
Cruise ships
Two of Havila Kystrutens cruise ships have also landed on the list. Havila Pollux and Havila Polaris are two of four identical coastal liner that takes travelers along the Norwegian coast.
Time has highlighted the ships’ sustainable ship technology, unique Norwegian food, and offerings of special experiences.
“We are proud and honored to be recognized by such a prestigious publication and to be on their exclusive top list,” said CEO Bent Martini at Havila Kystruten.
This article originally appeared in the September 2024 issue of The Norwegian American.
