Haugesund is a small Norwegian city located in the southeast of the country, belonging to the province of Rogaland, and that has a population of approximately 35 inhabitants.
Since 2009 it is part of a metropolitan area called the Haugesund Region, of which the municipalities of Karmoy, Haugesund, Tysvær , Sveia y Side , making up an estimated population of 100 inhabitants.
This region has become one of the fastest growing regions in the country, with a great diversity of alternatives for business development. It is also one of the regions of the country enriched with numerous historical attractions and other archaeological discoveries.
Haugesund It has interesting ecotourism options, since in its surroundings you can visit and enjoy majestic mountains, great fjords, spectacular waterfalls and ancient glaciers, in addition to large crops and the many sources of water where trout and salmon are the main protagonists. They complement the attractions of this place.
Haugesund is a cultural center for the region, hosting several festivals, such as the Norwegian International Film Festival and Sildajazz, which brings together some 70 jazz bands.