The capital of Norway,
Oslo is located within part of a 70 mile long fjord
and was built by the Vikings in 1048. The city has
wide streets and architecture ranging from medieval
to modern. There are large parks and gardens and locals
and tourists can socialize in the cities bars and
clubs and visit the theatres. Along Karl Johans Gate
there are shops and street artists.
Tourists attractions include the Viking Ships Museum,
the Kon-Tiki Museum, the Polar ship Fram Museum and
the medieval Akershus Fortress. The city houses the
work of its most famous artist in the Munch Museum
and hosts important events such as the Nobel Peace
Prize Ceremony in the City Hall each year.
Visitors to Oslo are advised not to drive in the
city, but instead use the efficient public transport
system, which runs from 5.30am until midnight. The
well integrated network includes trams, buses, trains,
the underground and ferries. Daily tourist travel
tickets can be purchased and the 1, 2 or 3 day Oslo
cards allow unlimited travel on public transport as
well as discounts and free entry to museums. Ferry
services operate between April and September, taking
passengers to islands such as Bygdøy.
