5 must-see places in Oslo

Norway is one of the most democratic countries in the world as well as the country with the second highest standard of living with a per capita income of over $97,000.

It is located in the northern part of Europe and has a very rich Viking heritage which is obvious in modern-day Norway’s cities and country side.

Norway’s capital Oslo, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It sits on the southern coast and is known for its citywide green spaces and museums. Here are 5 places that are a must to visit whenever you’re in Oslo.

1. The Viking Ship Museum: This museum hold Viking ships from the 10th century that have been restored. It is part of the Museum of Cultural History of the University of Oslo and houses archaeological remains from various Norwegian cities.

2. The Akershus Fortress: This castle was built in 1290 and became a fortress in 1592. It was built to protect the city of Oslo from invaders and is located beside the Oslo fjord. This fortress is one of the oldest and finest cultural heritages of Norway.

3. Fram Museum: This museum is a polar museum dedicated to the story of Norwegian polar expeditions with the fram ship. The fram ship is the strongest ship ever built to go farthest in polar expeditions. The museum is located in the peninsula in bygdoy, Oslo.

4. Frogner park: This is the biggest park in the central part of Oslo and a very popular recreation area for people from all parts of Norway. It is historically part of Frogner Manor. The manor house houses the Oslo City museum and is located in the south of the park.

5. The Royal Palace in Oslo: This is the residence of the King of Norway and the royal family, just Buckingham Palace is to the Queen of England. It was built in the first half of the 19th century and is situated on a rise at the end of Oslo's main thoroughfare. It is open to visitors during the summer and a guided tour is provided.

There you have it, a tip of Oslo's incredible sights and places. Enjoy!