Monument Children of the World

Seven bronze disks arranged in a semi-circle outside North Cape Hall display relief works created by children from different nations at 71 degrees north.

Simon Flem Devold initiated the monument in 1988 by inviting seven children from Tanzania, Brazil, USA, Japan, Thailand, Italy, and Russia to the North Cape.

The bronze reliefs represent expressions of friendship and cooperation from children of seven nations, accompanied by a Mother and Child sculpture by Eva Rybakken.

Located at the northernmost point of mainland Europe, the monument welcomes 280,000 visitors annually who can view both the artwork and the Arctic Ocean.

Each June, the site hosts the Children of the Earth Prize ceremony, distributing 150,000 Norwegian kroner to projects supporting children worldwide.

GPS coordinates: 71.16907,25.78662

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:43