Lysefjord, Glacial fjord in Ryfylke region, Norway
Lysefjord is a fjord in the Ryfylke region with steep granite cliffs rising dramatically from the water. The waterway cuts deep into the landscape between high mountains that define its entire length.
The fjord formed during ice ages when massive glaciers carved out the valley. After the ice retreated, seawater filled the deep channel and created today's waterway.
French writer Victor Hugo documented his 1866 visit to Lysefjord in his novel 'Toilers of the Sea', describing the maritime landscape of southwestern Norway.
Ferries connect the shores and help visitors explore the region by water. A boat journey is the best way to experience the full scale of the landscape.
Hidden beneath the surface are hydroelectric installations that generate power for thousands of people. This unseen infrastructure shows how the region's natural features serve modern energy needs.
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