In Varangerbotn, close to where the E6 meets the E75 17km east of Tana Bru, this is a fun, informative and hi-tech display about Sami life and culture, with Sami-related temporary exhibitions and artwork by contemporary Sami artists. Outside is a small, permanent, open-air display of Sami turf huts, fishing equipment and domestic life.
Varanger Sami Museum
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