Oslo travel guide

• Nasjonalgalleriet,
• Kon-Tiki-Museum,
• Vigeland Sculpture Park

• Holmenkollen Park Rica Hotel Oslo,
• Rica Holberg Hotel Oslo,
• Thon Spectrum Hotel Oslo
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Oslo

A gateway to the North.

With the adventurous spirit of the Vikings all over its history, Oslo is a modern city very involved in global politics (and at the same time refusing to join the European Union). Oslo holds power and influence as a capital, overcoming Norway's relatively small population. Part of this modern feel is due to the influence of the arts and sculpture on the city. In Oslo are the National Gallery and the National Museum for Contemporary Arts as well as a remarkable museum dedicated entirely to Edvard Munch's work. The Vigeland Sculpture Park -- an 80-acre park filled with life-sized human sculptures by Gustav Vigeland -- is one of the most popular sites in Oslo; it is a hauntingly beautiful display of humanity. One of Oslo's most unique attractions is the Kon-Tiki Museum. This museum tells of Thor Heyerdahl, a man true to the Viking spirit of the Norse, and his adventures sailing around the world -- on a 30-foot-long homemade raft. Oslo's economy is booming -- indeed, it is one of the most expensive cities in which to live, alongside Dubai and Tokyo. An interesting place to shop and experience the economy is the very large and posh Paleet mall. The people are friendly, and education is taken very seriously in Oslo, as it is throughout the rest of Scandinavia. Most Norwegians speak some English. Oslo's history will surprise you around every corner, as the old culture is so well integrated with the new.

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