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Enjoying Oslo, the City of Vikings and Ice

Enjoying Oslo, the City of Vikings and Ice

Imagine a coastal city that sits atop a fjord in one of the most picturesque countries in the world. Well, imagine no more and start planning your trip to Oslo, the capital of Norway. Famously known for its picture-perfect green spaces, museums, and rich Viking history. Visit the Viking Ship Museum which is home to Viking ships from the 9th century or go ski-jumping and enjoy a panoramic view of Oslofjord. Whatever you do don't forget let the Oslo Travel Guide and Offline map be your travel buddy!

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1.     Viking Ship Museum

What's a visit to Oslo without taking a trip to the Viking Ship Museum and learning about Nordic culture? Some 1100 years ago Vikings used longships as centerpieces for grand ceremonial burials and along with these ships many items such as jewelry, furniture, weapons, and even dogs and servants. In the late 19th century three ceremonial ships were discovered and now wonderfully restored to give us a glimpse into the world of Vikings.

2.      Holmenkollen Ski Jump

Even when you're not a dare-devil ski jumper Holmenkollen is still a great place to add to your Oslo bucket list. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the entire city, it offers a panoramic view of the city and has tons of other attractions you can enjoy. If ski-jumping just isn't for you, but you're still up for that adrenaline rush, try out their zipline which is 361 meters of pure adrenaline. And if you're up for something more relaxed visit the ski museum that has documented over 4,000 years of skiing history.

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3.     Magic Ice Bar and Gallery

If you're itching for a drink to keep warm in Oslo's cool temperatures why not head over to Magic Ice and enjoy your drink in a truly unique setting. From the seats and glasses to the illuminated sculptures almost everything is made out of ice at this bar and gallery. Have a walk around and revel in the amazing ice installations with colorful LED lighting.

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Top Three Reasons to Visit Bergen, the City of Unparalleled Scandinavian Views

Top Three Reasons to Visit Bergen, the City of Unparalleled Scandinavian Views

This picturesque southwestern, Norwegian city is surrounded by mountains and fjords, including the country's longest and deepest fjords, the Sognefjord. Bergen is home to many colorful houses that line the old wharf that was once a center of the Hanseatic League's trading empire. This is definitely a city for adventures and mountain lovers as it's filled with hiking trails that offer sweeping views once you get to the top. Check out the Bergen Travel Guide and Offline Map and get ready for your next adventure.

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1.     Bryggen

Bryggen is a series of Hanseatic commercial buildings that line the eastern side of the Vågen harbor. In 1979, Bryggen was established as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. The Bryggen itself is more than just the colorful buildings lining its wharf, in 1070 the city of Bergen was established in the Bryggen and in 1350 a Kontor of the Hanseatic League was established there. Today, it houses museums, shops, restaurants, and pubs.

2.      KODE

KODE showcases one of the largest art and design collections in the entire Scandinavia region. The museum itself consists of four buildings, each holding its own focus. KODE 1 houses a national silver collection and the renowned Singer art collection; KODE 2 is for contemporary exhibitions; KODE 3 majors in Edvard Munch; and KODE 4 focuses on modern art. The four buildings stand on the edge of Lille Lungegård lake and also house the fabulous Lysverket restaurant and a lovely cafe, Smakverket.

3.     Fløyen Mountain

It isn't a surprise why Fløyen is one of the city's most popular tourist attractions. The outstanding view of the city from atop the mountain is unbeatable. At 399 meters above sea level, it looks over the Bergen city center. It has a funicular system that transports passengers from the center of Bergen to a height of 320 meters in roughly 8 minutes and the highest point (425 meters) on Fløyfjellet is approximately 1 kilometer to the northeast.

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