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KabelvÄg
KabelvÄg, AustvÄgÞya island, Norway.
KabelvÄg
Norway
Also known as: VĂ„gan
KabelvĂ„g, historical village of the Lofoten island group, northern Norway. It is on the southern shore of AustvĂ„gĂžya island, just southwest of SvolvĂŠr, chief town of the Lofoten. KabelvĂ„g was founded as VĂ„gan in the early 12th century by King Ăystein, who built a church and fishermenâs hostel there. For many centuries the small port, situated at the base of steep, picturesque cliffs, was important in the traditional cod fisheries. The port has fallen into disuse, and KabelvĂ„g is now known chiefly as a summer resort and cultural centre. Near the village is a statue of King Ăystein. The municipality that encompasses KabelvĂ„g is named VĂ„gan after the ancient settlement. Pop. (2007 est.) 1,920.
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