The Norwegian CapitalOslo is the biggest city in Norway, and has been the country's capital since 1814. The Goverment and Parliament are located here, and at the end of Oslo's main street, Karl Johans gate, you find the Royal Palace.
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History of OsloThe history of Oslo goes back to around year 1000 AD. Since the Middle Ages Oslo has gone though great changes, even the name of the town has been changed a few times, before it became the city it is today.
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Location and climateOslo's beautiful location at the head of Oslo Fjord surrounded by forested ridges gives the city qualities that you do not normally expect from a capital.
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CultureA widely varied cultural life flourishes in Oslo. Would you like to experience some of the city’s many attractions and sights of interest? Or perhaps you are content to sit at a sidewalk café and take in the impressions of the city and its people? Oslo has something for every taste.
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The Viking CapitalThe Viking Age, approx. 800-1050 AD, denominates the period when the Scandinavians explored Europe through trade and warfare. With their fast and seaworthy ships the Vikings travelled as far as to America.
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The ExplorersNorway has been producing great explorers ever since the Viking Age. Several of their daring adventures have contributed to changing the course of history. The first great explorations and expeditions took place in the Viking Age and have continued up to our day.
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Surrounding areasYou can reach Akershus - Oslo's green belt - quickly by boat, train, bus or in your own car.
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