Oslo Landmarks and Historic sites

The Akershus Castle and Fortress is the old castle which was built to protect Oslo. It has also been used as a prison. The castle construction started around late 1290s by King Hakon V. It is also one of the most vital...

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Address: Oslo Norway
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Baerums Verk is a charming village that attracts a lot of visitors. In this village which dates back to 1610, one can find about fifty shops, handicraft, workshops, art galleries and restaurants. It is also home to an...

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  The National Theatre in Oslo holds a special place in the hearts native Norwegians.  A hub for the performing arts, the National Theatre's doors have been open since 1899, and it prides itself on being one of...

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Address: The National Theatre, Johanne Dybwads plass 1 0161 Oslo, Norway
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The Noble Peace Center is a showcase for the Nobel Peace Prize and the ideal that it represents. This is also a center which is an arena where politics and culture merge to promote debate, reflection and...

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Address: Brynjulf Bulls Plass 1, Oslo, Norway
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The Domkirke, constructed in end of the Seventeenth century, is an important landmark of the city of Oslo which attracts locals and tourists alike. It is admired for its reasonably simple square tower along with...

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  The Oslo Opera House is an architectural wonder that appears to rise up from the water.  Home of the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, the Oslo Opera House is located in the city’s...

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Address: Kirsten Flagstads Plass 1, 0150 Oslo, Norway
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Oslo Radhus, built in 1950, is a twin-towered red brick construction made with a purpose of celebrating the 900th anniversary of the Oslo city. The beautiful interior of the building was decorated very lavishly....

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Located at Karl Johans gate 22 in Oslo, Norway's Parliament Building is distinguishable by its yellow brick appearance. Built by famous Swedish architect Emil Victor Langlet, this widely-recognized building has...

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Address: Karl Johans Gate 22, 0158 Oslo, Norway
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Tryvannstarnet offers one with the best view of the entire city of Oslo. One can take a lift to the top of this TV tower situated at Tryvann and get to see the city through the...

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