Norway adventure: Part III

Our 3rd day in Bergen was our final full day to explore the city, so after Michael's meeting ended around noon, we headed out to see a Stave church.  This is a church dating from the medieval time period.  Early Christians from that time used their knowledge of shipbuilding to make these churches, hence their unique construction.  The one we saw was actually a replica just 3 miles outside of Bergen, but we thought while in Norway we should at least see this one.  It was interesting for sure &  since we'll probably never see one again, I'm glad we did it.  There are some actual stave churches still standing from the medieval period scattered throughout Norway, but you must have a car to get to them, so this one the Fantoft Stave was a perfect way to get the experience.  Once back in the city center we admired the unique fountain in the main shopping area, complete with Vikings.  Finally, the skies had cleared enough to go to the top of the mountain that surrounds Bergen, Mt. Floyen.  We took the Floibanen or funicular (a train) which goes straight up the mountain to enjoy beautiful views of the city.  The harbor & tourist area definitely looks different from a bird's eye view.  And although cold at the top the views were worth it.   We ended our evening in the fish market where Michael ate, what he claims, is the best meal of his life, fresh mussels & king crab.  I don't have a picture, but he had a huge amount of seafood this evening.  We slept soundly that night, knowing the next day we would be heading out early for our Norway in a Nutshell tour....