Delve into Svanes in Norway
Svanes in the region of Rogaland is a city in Norway - some 198 mi or ( 318 km ) South-West of Oslo , the country's capital .
Current time in Svanes is now 11:23 AM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " Europe/Oslo " with a UTC offset of 1 hours. Depending on your travel modalities, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Esbjerg, Aalborg, Ystebraut, Trosavik, and Stavanger. While being here, make sure to check out Esbjerg . We encountered some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Svanes ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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sailboat trouble
This incident takes place in the harbour of Egersund, Norway summer 06. A guy tries to take out his sailboat, but fumbles and falls overboard. His boat, however, continues at full revs astern, goes in ..
Storm near Egersund
Bergensfjord on storm near Egersund, Norway 13.8.2008 ..
On simultaneity
A response to user jedi1josh and his relativity question. ..
Norway 3D 2008-6.AVI
Egersund Norge 3D 2008 3D video landscape stereo headphone.. CD OXO 2003 cid-8fc39f2c5c543e09.skydrive.live.com AGA Hazelaar Donate : ) www.paypal.com ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Håland
Håland was a former municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. Håland is part of the traditional Norwegian district of Jæren. The clerical district of Håland had included churches located in Sola, Tananger, Tjora and Madla. The parish of Håland (Haaland) was established as a municipality on January 1, 1838. Håland municipality existed until 1930, when it was split to form the two new municipalities of Madla and Sola. Madla is now a borough of the city of Stavanger.
Located at 58.40 6.03 (Lat./Long.); Less than 2 km away
French submarine Rubis (1931)
The Rubis (H4, 202, P15) was a Saphir-class minelaying submarine which served in the French Navy and Free French Navy during the Second World War. She was awarded the Ordre de la Libération for her services.
Located at 58.35 6.02 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
Hestnes
Hestnes is a village in Eigersund municipality, Norway. Its population is 203.
Located at 58.42 6.01 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
Vibberodden Lighthouse
Vibberodden Lighthouse is a harbour lighthouse located in Eigersund, Norway. It was established in 1855, and automated in 1977. The lighthouse operates in coordinaton with Eigerøy Lighthouse, and guides the entrance to the harbour of Egersund.
Located at 58.42 5.99 (Lat./Long.); Less than 5 km away
Stoplesteinan
Stoplesteinan (also known as Stoplesteinane) is a stone circle in the town of Egersund, Rogaland in Norway. The local people often refer to it as a Stonehenge in miniature, although the only thing the two stone rings have in common is that they both are made of stone positioned in a circular manner. The monument has a diameter of about 21 meters (69 feet) and consists of 16 raised stones. Some of the stones are up to 1.2 meters (4 feet) tall.
Located at 58.44 6.01 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
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