Things to do in Oslo, Norway

Oslo is Norway's capital. Its metropolitan area extends around Akershus Province and has a population of 1.5 million. The Oslo becomes the municipality of Norway in 1838. The rural municipality of Aker was absorbed by the expansion of Oslo in 1948 (and transferred from the province to the municipality of Oslo Akershus). The Norwegian capital still shares several important functions with Akershus and is officially the capital of the latter .

Travel from the airport: You can travel to Oslo Airport either by train, bus, or by car. As, it is the gateway for the people to travel abroad or to come in Norway, therefore Oslo has very good connections with it's airport. There are various public transport that you can take to travel from Oslo Airport to Oslo, even cars and taxis are also good. It is easy to travel either fom the airport or to go airport, in the way that suits you. You can see Car Rental Deals From Oslo Airport .

Places to visit in Oslo:

1. The impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park: Famous for its 212 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland, who also designed the park is a must visit. Admission is free and the park is open 24 hours throughout the year. Vigelandsparken, also known by the name of Frognerparken, is one of the best places to meet people in Oslo. In summer you can see hundreds of Norwegians having a picnic around the famous sculptures. It is also a popular place for a winter walk .One of the most famous sculptures is the Monolith: a column carved stone made of one of more than 14 meters high, and is composed of 121 human figures. The Monolith has many interpretations such as the struggle for existence, the experience of the everyday life, the resurrection of man etc.

2. The opera became an instant hit when it was inagurated in April 2008. World class opera and ballet, and innovative architecture have made extraordinary marble and glass building in Bjrvika, which is one of the most popular attractions in the city. The building occupies an equivalent of four football fields and has more than 38,000 square meters. This monument has three stages and has a total of 1,100 rooms. From the main entrance,

you can see the vast open room decorated in minimalist fashion with simple materials such as stone, concrete, glass and wood that will reach the main lobby. This room has several bars and restaurants and has seating spaces. The main auditorium, whose shape is reminiscent of a horseshoe, is one of the most technologically pointers. It also has a great scenic versatility and excellent acoustics. The scenery covers an area of several thousand square meters and some parts are up to 16 meters below sea level.

3. Akershus Fortress: Akershus Fortress in Oslo is one of the oldest heritage sites and cultural best in Norway. The strengths rich variety of prominent buildings and facilities were constructed over a period of nearly 700 years. Akershus Fortress is classified as a national symbol by its former role as the seat of kings and central government, and not the least important of the many dramatic events that have occurred throughout history. Its has the national importance which you can see that even today, it is the primary location of the Government of Norway for official events and official ceremonies. It also houses the royal mausoleum(monument).

4. The Royal Palace: Residence of the Royal Family built in 1824 to 1848 in Christiania. Changing of the Guard at 13.30 is must watch if you visit Oslo.

5. Holmenkollen National Ski Arena: Holmenkollen is a hilly area on the outskirts of Oslo, Norway. It is a ski recreation area from the late nineteenth century, and it is famous for the ski jump platform.

5. Sagene Church

6. The Nobel Peace Prize Center: The Nobel Peace Prize Center presents Alfred Nobel, the winners of the Peace Prize and the work they have done. Creative and interactive solutions presented with audiovisual media exhibitions. While the films and presentations committed to creating a diverse and magical experience. Meet the winners of the Nobel prizes in the outer panels. Read the magic book of Alfred Nobel interesting or visit our store.

7. El Tigre: The tiger in front of Oslo Central Station is one of the most photographed of the Norwegian capital "inhabitants". When Oslo celebrated its thousandth anniversary in 2000, Eiendomsspar wanted to offer a gift to the city. Oslo called a tiger and that's what they got: a tiger bronze 4.5 meters long. The sculpture by Elena Engelsen, is one of the first things you see

tourists arriving at Oslo Central Station.

8. Oslo Cathedral: Church of Our Savior, consecrated in 1697. Pulpit, altar and organ facade and original wood carvings. Ceiling paintings of 1936-50.

9. Stained glass Emanuel Vigeland: The arcaded building near the Cathedral was built between 1841-1858.

10. Stortinget - Parliament: The Storting building dating from 1866 and is home to the Norwegian National Assembly(Parliament).

11. Viking Ship Museum: In 1913, the Swedish professor Gabriel Gustafson first proposed a separate building for the Viking findings were discovered in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

Food: Oslo's cuisine is rich and quality due to raw materials such as fresh fish, elk meat and reindeer are premium and exquisite desserts. Among the dishes prepared with the highlight of this city star product, the fish dishes like grilled salmon, lutefisk, typical Christmas, made with breaded cod gelatin, meatballs and meat stews like lamb, venison or reindeer, as betesupe soups made with meat, vegetables and potatoes. And to finish anything better to do with desserts like brunost, is an exquisite typical Norwegian goat cheese with coffee color. The berries are essential to prepare traditional desserts, but also accompany some meat dishes, especially hunting. Highlight blueberries, wild strawberries, raspberries, arctic blackberry and many others that are also used to make delicious juices and strong spirits, plus jams.

Where to stay: There are about 130 hotels and you can find rooms starting from 70 euros per night for double room.