Norway Flag

Norway flag
Norway flag

Norway's national flag, usually known as the Norwegian flag, is a crimson flag with a navy blue Scandinavian cross fimbriated in white that reaches to the flag's edges. The vertical section of the cross is shifted towards the hoist side of the flag, creating the “Dannebrog” cross, which is similar to the Danish flag.

The red color of the flag is thought to reflect the country's bravery and strength, while the blue and white colors of the cross symbolise its unity and Christian loyalty. The flag has been formally in use since 1821 and is regarded as an essential emblem of Norwegian identity.

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Country information

Norway is a country located in Northern Europe, on the western coast of the Scandinavian Peninsula. It is bordered by Sweden to the east, Finland and Russia to the northeast, and the North Sea to the west. Norway is a long and narrow country, with a varied landscape that includes mountains, fjords, and forests.

The history of Norway dates back to ancient times, with the first human settlements dating back to at least 4000 BC. The country has a rich cultural heritage, with a mix of Viking, Norse, and Scandinavian influences. Norway has a long history of seafaring and trade, and played a significant role in the development of the modern global economy.

Today, Norway is a prosperous and highly developed country with a strong economy and a high standard of living. The country is known for its natural beauty, with a stunning coastline and many national parks and reserves. The economy of Norway is largely based on oil and natural gas, as well as on forestry, fishing, and tourism. Norway has a temperate climate, with cold winters and cool summers. The official language of Norway is Norwegian, and the country has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities and cultures.

Independent Yes
Country codes NO, NOR (ISO 3166-1)
Official name Kingdom of Norway
Official languages Norwegian, Sámi
Religion 74.9% Christianity, 21.2% No religion, 3.1% Islam, 0.4% Buddhism, 0.4% Others
Capital city Oslo
Continent Europe
Time zone UTC+1 (CET) • Summer (DST) • UTC+2 (CEST)
Member of United Nations
NATO
Nordic Council
Population 5,530,496 (2023)
Population density 15 per Km2 (38 people per mi2)
Urban Population 83.4 % of the population is urban (4,521,838 people in 2020)
Migrants (net) 28,000
Median age 39.8 years
Total area The total land area is 365,268 Km2 (141,031 sq. miles)
Highest point Galdhøpiggen (2 469 m, 8 100 ft)
Lowest point Norwegian Sea
GDP per capita $ 89,154 (World Bank, 2021)
Currency Norwegian krone (kr, NOK)
Calling code +47
Internet TLD .no (click here to find and register domain name)
Country Wikipedia Page Norway Wikipedia Page

Main Cities by Population in Norway

# CITY NAME POPULATION
1 Oslo 580,000
2 Bergen 213,585
3 Trondheim 147,139
4 Stavanger 121,610
5 Drammen 90,722
6 Fredrikstad 72,760
7 Kristiansand 63,814
8 Sandnes 63,032
9 Tromso 52,436
10 Sarpsborg 52,159
11 Skien 50,595
12 Alesund 44,096
13 Sandefjord 42,654
14 Haugesund 40,321
15 Tonsberg 38,914
16 Moss 34,492
17 Porsgrunn 34,377
18 Bodo 34,073
19 Arendal 30,916
20 Hamar 29,479
21 Ytrebygda 24,044
22 Larvik 23,113
23 Halden 21,970
24 Steinkjer 20,000
25 Harstad 19,433
26 Lillehammer 19,096
27 Molde 18,594
28 Mo i Rana 17,853
29 Kongsberg 17,667
30 Horten 17,660
31 Gjovik 17,596
32 Askoy 17,224
33 Kristiansund 16,785
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