Tjølling

Tjølling was a former municipality in Vestfold county, Norway. It was established as a municipality on January 1, 1838 (see formannskapsdistrikt law). It was merged with the municipality of Larvik on January 1, 2017.

Geography: Tjølling was located south of Larvik proper, along the coast of the Oslofjord. The landscape is characterized by both coastal areas and agricultural land.

History: The area has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Stone Age. Tjølling Church is a medieval stone church, dating back to the 12th century and is a significant historical landmark in the area. Viking Age burial mounds are also found in the region.

Name: The name "Tjølling" is derived from the Old Norse word Tjoldvin, with the first element referring to a type of building or enclosure, and the second likely referring to a meadow or field.

Demographics: Prior to its merger, Tjølling had a population of approximately 8,700 inhabitants.

Economy: Agriculture, tourism, and some light industry were important sectors of the local economy.