The obelisk

Oslo

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June 15th 2010
15 June 2010 In excellent weather we had a delightful day visiting our third capital city of the trip, Oslo, which is situated on its own fiord. After buying our seniors day transport tickets from the local newsagent we caught the train into the central station. From there we walked up the main street, Karl Johans Gate and saw the Domkirke (Cathedral), Stortinget (Parliament Building), the ... read more

Europe » Norway

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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 De... ... read more