Fjords are unique natural phenomena that cannot be found anywhere except in Norway and in several other countries, but in smaller numbers. Beautiful fjords amaze with their splendor. They will be discussed in our article.
Interesting facts about the fjords
In the photo: The unique cold landscape in the waters of Scorsby
Fjords are narrow sea bays with rocky shores. Most of them are formed as a result of tectonic ruptures of the crust and filling them with sea water. Another way of occurrence is the convergence of glaciers, meltwater fills the coastal territories, and sea water falls into gorges, turning the river system into a fjord.
- Most often, fjords are found in coastal areas of Norway, Chile, New Zealand and the northern coast of America.
- The largest fjord is located in Greenland. This is the Scorsby Fjord. Its length is 350 km.
- The water in the fjords of Norway is always cold, the temperature does not rise above 7 degrees, so swimming is not possible.
- Scandinavian countries celebrate fjord day. Solemn events take place from April 12 to April 14.
The five most beautiful fjords of NORWAY
1
Sognefjorden
He is also called the king of the fjords, as he is the largest in Norway, and his age is more than 2.5 million years. From a bird's eye view, it is a tree with many branches from small fjords.
There is also Norway's highest mountain - Skagastolstind peak, almost 2.5 thousand meters high. The bay here is especially deep, so boat trips on large vessels are allowed. On the banks are scattered small villages that have been standing here since the days of the Vikings.
2
Lysefjord (Lysefjord)
Translated from Norwegian Lucefjord means "bright fjord." And indeed it is. Tourists say that to convey in words the greatness, purity and beauty of these places is simply impossible. The steep cliffs, clear waters, waterfalls - everything makes this place one of the most unusual in the world.
It is in this place that the famous Prekestulen Mountain is located with incredible views of the cliff and the entire bay. To climb a mountain, you need to be well physically prepared and have special shoes.
In winter, it is necessary to use special nozzles for boots in order to strengthen adhesion to the surface and not slip off the cliff.
3
Hardangerfjord
Hardangerfjord is a true garden of paradise for the sophisticated tourist.
Fruit trees stretch across the surrounding mountains, and during flowering, this place turns into a snow-white fragrant tale.
4
Geirangerfjorden
This is the most visited wonder of the Norwegian nature. Here, in addition to mountain views, you can enjoy several waterfalls. Gerangerfjord is listed by UNESCO.
Rocks here reach a height of up to 1,500 meters. At their foot is the village of the same name, where the fjord museum is located.
5
Nordfjord
Nordfjord has earned the title of Norway's longest fjord. It stretched for as much as 110 km. Here the ruins of a monastery of the 12th century have been preserved.
Other fjords
We will pass from the famous Norwegian fjords to other no less beautiful ones located in other countries of the world.
6
Howe Sound
Howe Bay (British Columbia, Canada) is a network of small fjords, the most southerly in North America.
7
Kenai Fjords
Kenai Fjords is a national park with an area of more than 250 hectares, located on the Kenai Peninsula (Alaska, USA).
A very beautiful landscape of the park will delight the tourist with views of impressive mountains with large glaciers, the waters of which flow into the sea, as well as fjords with shallow depth, which are home to many thousands of animals: nesting birds and small mammals.
8
Fiordo de Aisen (Aisen Fjord)
Fiordo de Aisen (XI Rehion, Chile) is an amazing place located in South America.
This fjord has a length of about 70 km. It is a reservoir separating the Chonos Archipelago from the mainland of Chile.
9
Misty Fjords (Misty Fjords)
This is a national park located in southeast Alaska (USA). In the reserve there are several hundred small fjords, which are often shrouded in fog. That is what gave the name to the reserve.
Many fjords are very narrow, and the cliffs along the coast rise to a height of 900 meters.
10
Ilulissat Icefjord
The Ilulissata Glacier Fjord, with an area of 40,240 hectares, is the sea mouth of Sermek Kuyalkak - one of the few glaciers through which the Greenland ice cap reaches the sea. Jakobshavn Glacier is one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world.
The fjord is located in the west of Greenland, 250 km north of the Arctic Circle.
Some parts of the ice fjord are very amazing and picturesque places where icebergs create fantastically beautiful and dramatic landscapes.
11
Milford Sound
This is one of the most popular tourist destinations in New Zealand - an amazingly beautiful country.
Lying at the northernmost and most accessible end of the Fiordland National Park, Milford Sapund has some of the most stunning coastal scenery in the world with its spectacular peaks and clear blue waters. Often passing showers only enhance this beauty of the South Island, forcing steep cliffs to pour storm water in the form of beautiful waterfalls.
12
Doubtful Sound
The huge fjord of Doutful Sound is also located in New Zealand. It can be found in the southwest of the South Island. A distinctive feature of this popular place is the clear separation of the waters of the fjord. Melted glacial water forms the upper layer of water, and the lower layer is sea salt water.
Conclusion
Fjords are beautiful all year round. Snowy peaks of winter plunge visitors into the footage of the series "Game of Thrones." Misty autumn envelops with mysticism and mystery. Blooming spring and summer battle on the spot with the brightness and riot of the colors of greenery, the blue surface of the water, beckon with the aromas of flowering meadows. The editors of most-beauty.ru are asking our dear readers to write in the comments what other beautiful fjords you would add to our list.