Bad news that comes to us from Norway. A Spaniard has died after falling from the 600 meters height of Preikestolen, the famous pulpit that attracts thousands of tourists year after year. It is located in the fjords, on the waters of the Lysefjorden. It has approximate dimensions of 25 × 25 meters and is very dangerous because it is not fenced.
The first victim to claim the Preikestolen
In the Norwegian Tourist Office They have been very surprised by the incident, since it is the first time that something like this has happened. The risk is there, but normally people make sure to avoid a fatal fall. Who don't have Vertigo they jump a few meters from the end of the rock to take the best photo. What's more, there are those who dare to sit and contemplate the beautiful views from a privileged place.
The Spanish who has passed away I was taking photos when the misfortune happened. His body was recovered yesterday after the two people accompanying him in the pulpit lost track of him. They heard screams that alerted them, but when they turned around it was too late.
The Spanish embassy in Oslo she has been kept informed at all times and has given all the necessary support to relatives who are devastated by such a terrible loss right now.
Funaki fall 2011 Short (April 2024)
- Fjords
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