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Stavanger is a city and municipality in the county of Rogaland, Norway. Stavanger was established as a municipality 1 January 1838 The rural municipalities of Hetland and Madla merged with Stavanger 1 January 1965. Stavanger is the 4th largest city in Norway, with a population of 120798 2008) and approximately 181300 people in the conurbation, making the Stavanger-Sandnes city area the third largest in Norway. The city is commonly referred to as the Petroleum Capital of Norway and Europe The city is a combination of new and old influences. There is a significant foreign influence with the nearby Joint Warfare Center, a base where rotating NATO forces (but not permanently stationed foreign forces) are stationed, as well as foreign oil interests. Norway's oldest cathedral, Stavanger domkirke, is situated right in the city centre. Stavanger has several beautiful lakes, which are popular recreation areas. Breiavatnet is located in the heart of Stavanger, while Mosvatnet and Stokkavatnet are situated right outside. Stavanger Airport is located 14 km from the city centre, in the municipality of Sola. |
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