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A big statue of a tiger sits in front of the train station of Norway’s capital, Oslo. A local once explained that Oslo is nicknamed “Tiger City” because, in the 19th century, when country boys would ...
News Norway » Oslo » Culture: 5 lesser-known attractions in Oslo
These lesser-known spots give a unique insight into Oslo's past and present, away from the usual tourist trails. Here are five attractions that offer a different perspective on this Scandinavian ...
News Norway » Oslo » Culture: In a multicultural Norway, cultural heritage is more than just stave churches and rose-painting
If cultural heritage institutions want to be relevant to young people today, they must move away from old categories defining what and who is Norwegian, archaeologist Kaja Hannedatter Sontum argues in ...
News Norway » Oslo » Culture: What To Expect From The New National Museum In Oslo, Norway
After many years of development including several lengthy delays, the new National Museum of Norway is finally open to the public. The ‘big, grey box’ as it has been dubbed by critics holds few clues ...
News Norway » Oslo » Culture: Norway’s majestic fjords and cultural openness offer refuge to weary American souls | Opinion
Park-goers in Oslo, Norway, view “Cecile,” a poignant sculpture of Cecile Flatval, a woman diagnosed with incurable cancer and who had a mastectomy. Fabiola Santiago [email protected] Finally, ...
News Norway » Oslo » Culture: Nasjonalmuseet of Norway: a cultural renaissance in Oslo
As a tourist attraction, Oslo has long existed “in the shadow” of Stockholm and Copenhagen, said Thomas Rogers in The New York Times. Yet where once the Norwegian capital was “derided” as “sleepy and ...
News Norway » Oslo » Culture: Skiing is in Norway's blood — but maybe not its future
OSLO, Norway — Skiing for Lise Lotte Storløkken, like many Norwegians, is a combination of personal passion and patriotic identity. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free ...
News Norway » Oslo » Culture: The Best City Breaks In Norway
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. From enjoying the thrill of chasing the northern lights to ...