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This past Saturday after some hours in Larvik, which I shared a bit of yesterday, we headed a little further south to Stavern. We fell in love with beautiful Stavern. It has been a harbor town since ancient times, and was once the site of an important naval base, Frederiksvern, from 1677 to 2002. It is now a popular summer destination and haven for artists and craftspeople, with many places acting as exhibition halls for artisans. It is a small place, but paced with fantastic architecture, town square, pretty eateries, small galleries tucked here and there... We were hooked on the happy, creative vibe there. And not least sea views! Take a walk with us...
Town Square of Stavern... an open-air antiques fair was in full swing on Saturday...
The very beautiful Stavern Church... a garrison church built in 1756 in rococo style of the period...
An angel in the Stavern Church cemetery...
Picturesque street scene in Stavern...
A flower & fashion shop... two of my favorites in one stop! ;o)
Peonies in a park...
Sea view between Frederiksvern and a distant look-out point...
History is written in wrought iron...
Dock at Frederiksvern...
Day's end at the harbor at Frederiksvern...
Sorry for the very picture-heavy post... Too much fun to share our nice outing to splendid places! Larvik and Stavern are places we will go back to.
Later this week I'll post a review of my classic reading for this month and more.... Happy Day, my friends! :o)
Why are you apologizing for a picture heavy post? Those are the best, LOL! It looks like a fabulous day!
Posted by: tattingchic | June 30, 2009 at 07:17 AM
Lovely posts, dear Tracy, and lovely places to visit.
I have to catch up with you about the house haunting thing and last Sunday was Joe-Joe's christening. Very lovely service and a small get together afterwards. Simple but sweet. :)
Anyway, I will be writting to you soon.
Lots of love and hugs. x
Posted by: Isobel | June 30, 2009 at 10:29 AM
What a lovely place to visit. I liked the cast iron date- so unusual.
Posted by: Melanie | June 30, 2009 at 10:45 AM
Am playing catch up here again this morning Tracy!! What a lovely area you live in! I truly hope to be able to one day come and visit you there. That pistachio gelato looks fabulous! I love pistachio anything. I am really hoping to be able to chat or talk later today! I love you oodles and oodles and truly, I treasure you! xxoo
Posted by: Marie | June 30, 2009 at 12:41 PM
It all looks so beautiful Tracy and so calm and quiet. How lovely for you. That blue sky is amazing. Take care, hope you're having the beautiful weather that we've got here at the moment.
Kimx
Posted by: Kim | June 30, 2009 at 01:45 PM
The photos are beautiful, and I for one am glad you posted them all. We could do with a sea breeze here today!
Posted by: dottycookie | June 30, 2009 at 02:13 PM
Tracy these photos are gorgeous, too! What fabulous blue skies you had. I can't wait to "go along" on your next adventure. :)
Posted by: Amanda | June 30, 2009 at 05:50 PM
Never apologize for picture-heavy posts! Stavern looks positively idyllic with beautiful scenery and interesting shops.
Posted by: nikkipolani | June 30, 2009 at 06:13 PM
Don't apologize for posting such beautiful pictures!! I love pictures of different places people have been, there are never too many.
Posted by: Audrey | June 30, 2009 at 08:01 PM
Such a beautiful place! It makes me long for a few days away....soon though. This weekend takes me away away to sand, surf,and summer fun!
Posted by: MrPuffy | June 30, 2009 at 10:46 PM
No need to apologize, my friend - these photos are gorgeous! Perfect viewing after a long day @ school. :)
That yellow shop with fashion and flowers looks so enchanting! What kind of fashion did they sell?
I love that building made of stone behind you in the photo on the bridge. Those curved doors are amazing. Is it a stable?
Posted by: Casey K | June 30, 2009 at 10:50 PM
You live in such aa beautiful part of the world Tracy - thanks for sharing your adventures with us!!
Posted by: Lisa | July 01, 2009 at 11:50 AM
Sounds like a perfect weekend and great photos Tracy. I enjoy seeing lots of lovely photos - bring it on!
Regards
Anne x
Posted by: Anne | July 01, 2009 at 01:16 PM
Please don't be sorry for the 'pic-heavy post' because I love your photos! And I'm certainly not the only one! That's a town I'd be happy to visit anytime!
Posted by: Tracy | July 01, 2009 at 02:44 PM
I love these photos of Stavern! You can post pictures, lots of them, whenever you wish!
Posted by: willow | July 01, 2009 at 05:23 PM
Never enough pictures Tracy! I love to see where you live!
Posted by: nicolette | July 01, 2009 at 06:22 PM
What a wonderful outing - blue skies, calm seas and an enchanting town. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Golden West | July 02, 2009 at 03:08 PM
Oh these photos are simply wonderful - how beautiful these towns and harbours are! And I have to agree with all the other comments - post as many photos as you would like to because it is such a treat to see these wonderful places :O) Hugs to you my friend, V OXOX
Posted by: Veronica | July 03, 2009 at 02:03 PM
Oh more beautiful photos.
You live in such a beautiful part of the world, you are very lucky indeed.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful trips with us all.
Love
Alison
x
Posted by: Alison | July 03, 2009 at 05:19 PM