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Norway's national monument

Haraldshaugen
5515 Haugesund
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Snorre's sagas of the kings mention the site where Harald Fairhair is buried. In the nineteenth century it was believed the place described by Snorre had been located. This is where the national monument of the unification of Norway was erected in 1872, during the millennial celebrations of Norway's unification into one kingdom. The monument is located 2km north of the town centre.

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    • Pierre R
      Quebec City, Canada
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      Couples
      Interesting monument, and the start of a nice walk by the sea
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 24th April 2019
      Haraldshaugen monument is a few steps from an easy parking lot one turn from Haugesund's main road. The area is well maintained, and the monument itself is a must see. An old 1000 year old stone... Read full review
    • KMN04
      Mold, United Kingdom
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      Couples
      Lovely walk
      4 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 28th July 2019
      Follow the blue route on the free map from tourist information. If you are on a ship you will need to walk over the steep Risoy bridge which gives you fine views of the river and the town. The route... Read full review
    • JonDoe04134
      Tavelsjo, Sweden
      Idyllic spot
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 13th August 2019
      A very pleasant walk from the town centre, which you can continue along the coast and enjoy the beautiful view. A grand monument like this is rather unexpected in such a calm place, but it makes for... Read full review
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