“Must see” in a visit to Oslo
Without a doubt, Oslo is the major important city in Norway. It is the largest settlement in the country, and is also one of the largest capitals in the world by land-sprawl measurement. It boasts a very long and proud history, which can be seen in many aspects of today’s town. Oslo city centre hotels are the usual choice of accommodation options for visiting tourists.
Frogner Park
You will find a rich variety of sculptures in this park; alone, there are over 150 pieces sculptured by the famous Gustav Vigeland. The sculptures show people at different stages of life and depict different kinds of human emotions. The center of attraction is a monolith that stands 46 feet high. It is composed of 121 figures that are striving to climb to the top. The bridge located on the other side of the park also houses some interesting sculptures with one piece depicting an angry, pouting boy stomping his foot on the ground.
Holmenkollen Ski Jump
The Holmenkollen Ski Jump is located at the edge of the Nordmaka wilderness region, high above visitOslo. It was the center of the Winter Olympic Games of 1952. From the top, there are spectacular views of the city. If you are interested in Norwegian ski history that dates back 4000 years, then you’ll want to visit the Ski Museum. You are bound to feel a rush of adrenaline at the top of the jump as it drops 196 feet!
If you are going to book a city break anywhere in the world, it makes sense to head for a city that is rich in history and culturwe. With so many attractions, it can be difficult to know where to start on your holiday in visitOslo; so it’s a good idea to plan ahead.
The capital city of Norway offers a wide variety of things to see and do. Many people make the time to visitOslo Harbour, which is part of the Oslo Fjord. Don’t miss the nearby Aker Brygge area either; the word brygge’ means pier, so you will have an idea of what to expect. You can enjoy exploring the alleys and streets filled with shops and stop for a coffee at one of the many restaurants and cafes that are frequently used as meeting places there.
Elsewhere in visit Oslo you can see the Royal Palace. This is well worth a look because, unlike other royal tourist attractions, you can get incredibly close to it. If the weather is sunny, you can bring a picnic and relax on the Royal Lawns for lunch. You can also go inside the palace if you visitOslo during the summer, although tickets must be booked ahead of time. Head to a local post office to buy the tickets you want.
Another must see destination in visit Oslo is the Munch Museum. If this name sounds familiar to you, it’s because Munch was the name of the painter who painted the world famous piece of artwork €The Scream€. The painting was stolen from the museum back in 2006, although it was recovered some two years later. Edvard Munch’s life and works are explored in detail in this fascinating and mesmerising museum.
If you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city itself, you should take the opportunity to wander into Frogner Park. This is the biggest park in central Oslo and many residents use it as well as people visiting the city for a short break. The park is named after Frogner Manor, and it was the owner of the manor who first had the idea for creating such a garden back in the 1700s. If you love roses, you will definitely want to explore the park, as it has the largest number of roses in the whole country. Look out for the Vigeland Sculpture Park too, as it contains over two hundred sculptures to bro wse and appreciate.
Thanks to Oslo’s position in the world, it enjoys plenty of daylight and sunshine from May to June. You can enjoy the unique experience of wandering back to your hotel in Oslo late at night while still in daylight. This is just one of the many experiences you should make the most of when you book a city break to this delightful city.
