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  2. www.britannica.com › place › OsloOslo | Norway’s Capital City, Map, & Cultural Hub | Britannica

    3 days ago · It lies at the head of Oslo Fjord in the southeastern part of the country. The original site of Oslo was east of the Aker River. The city was founded by King Harald Hardraade about 1050, and about 1300 the Akershus fortress was built by Haakon V.

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  3. www.britannica.com › place › NorwayNorway | Facts, Points of Interest, Geography, & History

    3 days ago · Norway, country of northern Europe that occupies the western half of the Scandinavian peninsula. Nearly half of the inhabitants of the country live in the far south, in the region around Oslo, the capital. About two-thirds of Norway is mountainous, and off its much-indented coastline lie, carved by deep glacial fjords, some 50,000 islands.

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  5. www.ncesc.com › what-is-the-nickname-of-osloWhat is the nickname of Oslo? - Geographic FAQ Hub ... - NCESC

    May 17, 2024 · Oslo is called the “Tiger City” because of its nickname “Tigerstaden” given by Norwegian author Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson in 1870. He referred to the city as a cold and dangerous place, reflecting his perception at the time.

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    May 21, 2024 · Oslo, the Viking city, is a green capital with museums, ski jumps, and a vibrant music scene. It hosts the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony and offers outdoor activities for all. From the Viking Ship Museum to the Oslo Fjord, Oslo is a city of history, art, and natural beauty. It’s a hub for Scandinavian design and a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

  7. www.ncesc.com › geographic-faq › why-is-it-called-osloWhy is it called Oslo? - Geographic FAQ Hub: Answers ... - NCESC

    May 17, 2024 · The Viking name for Oslo was “Ánslo.” It was founded as a city at the end of the Viking Age in 1040 and established as a trading place in 1048 by Harald Hardrada. What is the old name of Norway? The old English name for Norway is “Norþweg,” which means “northern way” or “way leading to the north.”

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  8. www.travelandleisure.com › oslo-norway-travelHow to Visit Oslo, According to Someone Who Spent 6 ... - Travel

    May 15, 2024 · For anyone interested in such, its panels and events make it a good time to visit. For me, having spent six years in Scandinavia, and long summers and winters in Norway, Oslo became a base for ...

  9. www.britannica.com › topic › Oslo-AccordsOslo Accords | Summary, Significance, & Breakdown | Britannica

    May 14, 2024 · The Oslo I Accord (formally the Declaration of Principles on Palestinian Self-Rule) was the fruit of secret negotiations that began in January 1993 between representatives of Israel (led by Shimon Peres) and representatives of the PLO (led by Mahmoud Abbas) in Oslo. The agreement set as its basis: