Just so that it doesn't feel deprived, Spektrum has been allowed to host the national final, before its bigger-and-better suburban brother becomes the centre of attention.

A much discussed selection full of big names and confusingly updating iTunes charts was won by 22-year-old Didrik Solli-Tangen.

His song, "My Heart is Yours" can be described as Funeral March Schlager. You are likely to memorize its lyrics more easily than Didrik's full name.

· Can you do better than Didrik? - Wed 30 Jun

This quiet beautiful thin strip of land is home to the famous air-finger tapping routine of "True, True, True", cold weather, salmon, a developed social system and a lot of money.

One of Europe's less known monarchies is perhaps better known by another set of queens: its ESC fan base, who garnish every contest with colourful costumes and an enviable ability to consume alcohol.

With three wins under its belt Norway has banished the image of constant loser of the 70' and 80's.

Facts
Capital: Oslo
Exports: oil, seafood, minerals, inflatable turtles
Ranking on the Global Peace Index: 1st
Famous Norwegians: Edvard Munch (Painter), Henrik Ibsen (Writer), Edvard Grieg (Music), Bend Over (Fan)