Alta

Alta is a town in Alta Municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. The town is the administrative centre of the municipality and the major commercial centre in the western part of the county. The town is located on the southern end of Altafjorden at the mouth of the river Altaelva. Wikipedia.
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Alta Museum - World Heritage Center for Rock carvings
1. Alta Museum - World Heritage Center for Rock carvings
4.5
(2551)
Museum
Archaeological museum
Beyond its scenic views over the Alta Fjord, this museum features an open-air rock carving exhibit.
Cathedral of The Northern Lights
2. Cathedral of The Northern Lights
4.3
(1090)
Cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
Landmark, concrete-&-titanium church with a strikingly modern design both inside & out.
Bubbelen
3. Bubbelen
4.5
(22)
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
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