![]() The west front was entirely restored by a large team of sculptors 1905 to 1983 to bring it to the spectacular condition of today. Only five statues from the Middle Ages have survived, with many of the deteriorated remains on display in the museum. Yet despite its appearance, the iconic face is not as old as you might expect. Without doubt the most eye-catching part of the cathedral is the western facade, not just for the numerous intricate carvings but also for the large public square with benches that offers a great view. ![]() If only every day in Trondheim was this lovely! The West Front The cathedral itself is clearly visible, as is the carving-packed west front, which I'll talk about shortly. You can also see the Archbishop's Palace in the bottom right corner. The picture above is also useful for pointing out the main features. In the picture below you can clearly see the cathedral and the river, and if you look closely you can follow the river all the way to the fjord, past the old colourful wharves of Kjøpmannsgata and Bakklandet: It holds a special place in the history of Norway, beginning its life as a simple wooden chapel built to stand over the tomb of Saint Olav, the Viking king who played a big role in the introduction of Christianity, and would go on to become the patron saint of Norway. It is named after the former name of Trondheim, Nidaros, which served as the capital of Norway during much of the Viking era. ![]() Nidaros Cathedral is located in the compact city centre of Trondheim, Norway. ![]()
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