Where is the city of Drammen in Norway?

Drammen is a city in Buskerud, Norway. The port and river city of Drammen is centrally located in the eastern and most populated part of Norway. Drammen is the capital of the county of Buskerud.

Why is Drammen a good place to live?

The city makes good use of the river and inland waterway called Drammensfjord, both for recreation, activities and housing. No city in the country has received as many awards for environmental and urban development as Drammen: 6 national and 2 international prizes since 2003.

Where are the three seaports of Drammen located?

Drammen originally consisted of three small seaports: Bragernes (on the northern side of the Drammenselva river) and Strømsø and Tangen (both on the southern side of the river). For trade purposes, small seaports were placed under market towns. Despite their geographical proximity, Bragernes was placed under Christiania and Strømsø under Tønsberg.

Which is the oldest museum in Drammen England?

The Drammen Museum of Art and Cultural History includes Marienlyst, a manor house from ca. 1770, museum building from 1930 with the museum’s administration, permanent exhibitions and collections, and Lyche pavilion from 1990 with the gallery, temporary exhibitions and museum café, Halling yard, with 5 old buildings, the oldest from 1760s.

What kind of economy does Drammen, Norway have?

Each was granted common town privileges in 1715. In 1811 they merged with Tangen to form the present city. Drammen is a seaport and a railroad terminus; its manufactures include wood products, plastics, abrasives, textiles, leather goods, and beer. Granite is quarried nearby. Pop. (2007 est.) mun., 58,730.

What kind of products are made in Drammen Norway?

Drammen is a seaport and a railroad terminus; its manufactures include wood products, plastics, abrasives, textiles, leather goods, and beer. Granite is quarried nearby. Pop. (2007 est.) mun., 58,730.