Princess Märtha-Louise visits Blind Association's Vision and Activity Center.

Photo: Terje Bendiksby / NTB scanpix

Princess Märtha Louise visited Blind Association's Vision and Activity Center at Hurdalsjøen in Akershus on May 7th. The center is a venue for adventures where other senses than sight are used.

Photo: Terje Bendiksby / NTB scanpix

On the center, other senses than sight are in use to provide experiences. In the atrium 's healing gardens with strong smell of herbs , flowers and shrubs. Artifacts and embellishment at center are tangible and tactile. The Princess was welcomed by the manager, Anita Solheim, who provided information on the center before the tour started. Hurdalsenteret wants to encourage physical activity, and has a swimming pool , jacuzzi and sauna as well as gymnasium , gym and climbing wall.

Photo: Terje Bendiksby / NTB scanpix