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Here are some facts about the city of Bergen

Bergen is Norway's second largest city.

Bergen has a population of 250 000.

Bergen was founded in 1070 by Olav Kyrre.

Bergen was the Capital of Norway from 1250 - 1300.

The name Bergen, comes from 'Bjørgvin' which means the meadow among the mountains.

Den blå stein ~ “The Blue Stone”, is a central point in Bergen where people meet.

Bergen was one of the European Cities of Culture in 2000.