View of arch of drawbridge @ Akershus
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Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994. Conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with D... [read more]
Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994. Conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with D... [read more] Blog: Aukerhus Castle and Fortress
Date: September 15th 2006
Our overall impression of Oslo is favorable. It has the wonderful open air walking streets that almost every city we have been to has had. We love the patio dining as we people watch. Akershus Castle and Fortress - King Hakon had the castle built in 1300, in the 1600’s it was converted into a renaissance castle. During this time the city wall was also constructed creating the fortress, the c ... read more
Date: September 15th 2006
Our overall impression of Oslo is favorable. It has the wonderful open air walking streets that almost every city we have been to has had. We love the patio dining as we people watch. Akershus Castle and Fortress - King Hakon had the castle built in 1300, in the 1600’s it was converted into a renaissance castle. During this time the city wall was also constructed creating the fortress, the c ... read more
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