Capital of Norway: Best place for your next trip
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Oslo or Kristiania capital of Norway is the largest city of Norway with a huge population and great history. Oslo is the center of Norwegian trade, banking, industry, and shipping. Oslo Harbor is the largest, as well as the busiest, in the country.
This country is famous for its famous sites such as, aker brygge, Oslo winter park and many more. Most of the tourism of Norway depends on capital of Norway and also, the capital is famous for its breathtaking scenery.
When to visit the capital of Norway?
October to December
The Capital of Norway is situated in a region far more reachable than other cities. It does not lie in the extreme north which makes it easier for tourists to visit in winters. And most importantly, it’s really cheap in winters.
April to August
Summers in the capital of Norway too are mild and whatever Time of year you are visiting depends on your interests. Oslo is a big-small city and can be visited all year. If you want to enjoy the outdoor the fair Nordic summer (May-August) is usually the best season. Oslo is usually pleasantly warm in the summer.
How can you get to Oslo?
You can get to the capital of Norway by plane road or trains.
By plane. Oslo is served by two airports: Oslo Airport, Gardermoen, Sandefjord Airport both are easily accessible in summers but in winters, the visitors have to face some difficulty due to weather and extreme snowfall resulting in long flight time or flight delay but nevertheless there are many other options.
By train. Oslo Central Station is at the eastern fringe of the city Centre, by the end of the main pedestrian street Karl Johan’s gate. Oslo is the center of rail travel in Norway as all lines (including the airport express train) terminate at Oslo S. The major express buses go to the bus station next door to the train station.
By car. Capital of Norway can be easily reached by, two highways from each from different districts that meet in Oslo. International highway E6 and International highway E18 both are important routes from which comes visitors from Norwegian cities.
Oslo’s important places and activities
Explore the inner Oslo fjord: capital of Norway consists of several beaches hiking points and natural heritages just waiting to be discovered, this a great beach point and fishing point in summers this place is filled with a huge crowd of tourists.
The Oslo forests
Oslo is surrounded by wide forested hills within reach of a metro, tram or pass. There hundreds of lakes, hills and small summits. There are fine roads and paths in these forests, hiking is possible everywhere, fine roads are accessible by bicycle, baby stroller and a wheelchair.
Snow activities
Skiing: The ski season in Oslo is variable, but there may be enough snow and possibilities for good skiing conditions from December to early April. There are also ski-lifts and slopes for alpine skiing in the Oslo forest, such as Oslo Winter Park and Oslo Skisenter.
Hiking: great access to large cross mountains where hiking is best with provided equipment and free stay in camps for over a week, Along with sleigh rides
Food, budget, accommodation and safety
Now, this is something a visitor or tourist needs when visiting a certain place.
Capital of Norway is famous for best Norwegian food. It’s pubs and bars are famous for being smoke free and most are really expensive. The local street food is really cheap and is really hygienic and can save you a lot money than eating in expensive restaurants.
Hotels in the capital of Norway are easily booked as there are a large variety ranging from motels to five-star hotels. People can buy small cottages as well. Normally it is okay to find a room, but can be difficult when it is peak time during conferences, concerts, sports events etc.
Capital of Norway is a safe place to visit as, with every hotel, police helplines are given and tourists are not kept waiting neither there is any act of violent crime but to stay cautioned,
- Watch out for pick pockets in crowds and public transport.
- Do not leave your belongings unattended.
- Avoid leaving your mobile phone and wallet on café tables.