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Site Specifics: Oslo, Norway

A sleepy capital perched by the sea, Oslo is in the midst of an architectural surge. The old port and the new opera house are just two examples of why Norway’s capital is pointing the way fjordward.

Ekebergrestauranten

Designed by Lars Backer, and built in 1929, Ekebergrestauranten has been restored and is a good restaurant and a fantastic place to view Oslo.

Kongsveien 15

Oslo

The National Museum-Architecture

The Norwegian Museum of Architecture was founded by the National Association of Norwegian Architects in 1975. In July of 2003, the museum officially became a part of The National Museum.

Bankplassen 3

0151 Oslo

Grønland

A colorful representation of Oslo's diverse population, the centrally located neighborhood of Grønland represents the city's ever-increasing multiculturalism.

Intersecton of Breigata and Lakkegata

Oslo

Aker Brygge

A forner shipyard that's now a mélange of apartments, offices, shops, and restaurats.

Stranden 3a, west of Dokkveien

Oslo

Norway Designs

Established in 1957, Norway Designs features top Noweigian design pieces, glassware, crafts, pottery, jewelry, and textiles.

Stortingsgata 28

Oslo

Eidsvoll Square

Eidsvoll Square is a public park located just west of the Parliament building.

Stortingsgata and Rosentranz Gate

Oslo

Grünerløkka

One of Norway's hippest districts, Grünerløkka has a vibrant nightlife and is one of the most popular places for young people to live.

Sofienbergatta and Markveien

Oslo

Nowegian Opera and Ballet

Founded in 1957, the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet is the largest stage for music theatre and dance in the country.

Kirsten Flagstads pl. 1

Oslo

The Royal Palace in Oslo was built in the first half of the 19th century as the Norwegian residence of Norwegian and Swedish king Charles III and is used as the official residence of the present Norwegian Monarch.

Henrik Ibsens gate 1

Oslo

Karl Johans Gate

The section of Karl Johans gate between Slottsparken and Fred Olsens gate is Oslo's main street where one can find many of the city's popular destinations.

Oslo