The northernmost city in the world (6500 pop.) exists since 1789 - thanks to King Christian VII, who needed for trade with Russia, a center at the Barent Sea. The fish processing is the main branch in the port, but the next few years will be dominated by the offshore industry. The development of the gas field "Snow White" in the Barents Sea promises thousands of new jobs, the gas refineries on the island Melkøya in front of the city started in 2006 their operation.

Meridianmonument 1854 built monument in memory of the first survey of the globe finished from Russia, Sweden and Norway in 1852. in the district Fuglenes.

St. Michaels Kirke The House of God's northernmost catholic parish was founded in 1958 and built by german volunteers. daily 6am-12am.

food                                                                                                                                                                           Odd's Mat og Vinhus Local Specialties, from the best ingredients creatively prepared. Strandgt. 24

where to stay                                                                                                                                                             Hotel Skytterhuset AS Relatively inexpensive, good location, comfort is rather average. 66 rooms. Skytterveien 24