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Torsken - The cod city

The name Torsken (Cod) is said to derive from a mountain in the vicinity that earlier resembled a cod with head and tail, but parts of the mountain have since fallen off. There are about 170 people living in Torsken today. 

Fishing boats for hire

The fjord of Torsken

Picture perfect postcard

The cod city

Whale watching

Eidebrygga tourist facility

 

Links to other sites about Torsken: Torsken at Wikipedia

 

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