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Steinkjer
Steinkjer at Beitstad Fjord, Nor.
Steinkjer
Norway
Steinkjer, town, north-central Norway. Located at the head of Beitstad Fjord, an inlet of Trondheims Fjord and situated at the mouth of the By River, the port town was incorporated in 1857 as Steinker, a union of several neighbouring agricultural areas. More than 1,000 farms remain within its limits. It is located on the Nordland Railway, which connects Bodø with Trondheim. Local industry includes tanneries and woollen mills as well as lumber production. The town was badly damaged during World War II but was rebuilt. Tourist attractions include ancient burial mounds west of the town and salmon fishing. Pop. (2007 est.) mun., 20,624.
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