The Story of Sortland, Norway's Blue Town

Welcome to the simply beautiful north of Norway. Up here, far above the Arctic circle, you’ll find dramatic mountain scenery, spectacular northern lights, endless days of the midnight sun, and a town in which many of the buildings are painted blue.

There’s a blue cultural centre, blue apartments, and even a blue bank. This is the curious tale of Sortland, Norway's blue town.

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[barbaram]

I like it! Good for them for finding a way to stand out.

[heiker.]

Funny, but beautiful. 😊 I‘m visiting Sortland by ship in August on the way back from Svalbard. Can‘t wait to see. 😍

[lisa-britwahlberg]

Lucky me to find this video! I am going today!

[victorrock]

Interesting and beautiful! Thanks for sharing! All the best and plenty of success!

[SharmanSomerset]

Beautiful, blue is my favourite colour so I’m definitely okay with this town! 😂

[dayaweerasinghe]

"Sortland" means Blackcountry 🙄🤣😂😂😂