Ålesund, Norway

[John Chardine]

This is an image of Ålesund, on the coast of Norway, taken from the top of the hill behind the town. Many Norwegians live on islands like this, connected to the mainland by bridges. The 1904 fire destroyed much of the town and it was rebuild in the art nouveau style.

[Robert Amoruso]

Nice one John - really captures the mood of the town.

[Alfred Forns]

Excellent view !!! Love living near the water !!! Something good came out of the fire !!!

[Gus Cobos]

I like it John.
A great little town. Love the different color buildings...:cool:

[George DeCamp]

Nice image and a really neat looking town, bet it is beautiful to see!

[John Chardine]

Thanks for all the comments. The town is very nice from ground level, in fact the whole of the Norwegian coast is amazing and can be seen on the Hurtigruten ships that sail from Bergen (north) and Kerkenes (south) every day. I'll dig up a few images and post to Landscapes in the next while.

[Roman Kurywczak]

Hi John,
always wanted to go and your image is giving me more incentive. Looks like a wonderful place and I especially like the contrast between city, water and mountains!

[Johnny Bravo]

Amazing place, and a beautiful shot. Nicely done!