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Week 18: Oslo

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May 31st 2015
Hi Everyone, This weekend was a solo trip to Oslo - home of rain, misery, interesting sculptures, and whale steaks. I got off the plane on Friday night. A heads up to travellers: the airport is a solid 1 hour drive from the city center. When picking a hotel, make sure you have a plan to get there (preferably by the airport express train). Saturday, I stumbled into a Medieval Festival at C ... read more

Europe » Norway » Eastern Norway » Oslo

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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