Deserted village of Elgsnes, Kasfjord, near Harstad, Hinnøya, Troms, arctic Norway.

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About 50 years ago when it was found to be uneconomic to put a road through to this remote village, those living here were given compensation and moved. However, some houses have been retained as holiday homes by surviving relatives.

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Size: 3425px × 2555px
Location: Elgsnes, Kasfjord, near Harstad, Hinnøya, Troms, arctic Norway.
Photo credit: © Leslie Garland / LGPL / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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