Western Norway is a province of several narrow fjords that cuts into tall mountains, waterfall down the mountain sides and of glaciers that never ever melt. The spectacular landscapes of the Norwegian Fjords were created by a series of ice ages which has not changed much since then. Along the inner and outer ends of the Norwegian Fjords and the sides there are several small villages and communities. Each of these has their own specialty and also reflects the local traditions of the place. The regions fertile areas are ideal for growing apples, pears, strawberries and cherries along with other important crops.