Shopping in Oslo - Norway
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Oslo - Norway Tourism, Travel Guide
Shopping in Oslo - Norway
Thanks to the strong Kroner, Norway is not a particularly cheap shopping destination, but you can find some good deals in the less specialised shops. However, shopping in Oslo isn't really about bargain hunting (save that for Dubai), but quality design and crafts, all three of which are done wonderfully well in the Norwegian capital. Top of the list though, is the plethora of shops dedicated to matters sartorial, in which area (like the other Scandinavian capitals) Oslo truly excels.
Key areas:
The main shopping districts in Oslo are in Frogner, with its antiques and art galleries, the market stalls of Bogstadveien, and the area around Karl Johans gate where you'll find the big brands. For local fashion, Grünerløkka with its quirky independent boutiques and second-hand bookshops is your best bet. Good shops for crafts include Husfliden, Lille Grensen 7, with its huge assortment of handmade goods, including knitwear, pewter, ceramics and national costume, or Norway Designs, Stortingsgate 28, which has the largest selection of work by Norwegian folk artists. The Oslo Sweater Shop, SAS Hotel at Tullins gate 5, has one of the best ranges of sweaters in the city, while William Schmidt, Karl Johans gate 41, has been specialising in sweaters and souvenirs since 1853.
Markets:
Farmers' markets heaving with fresh produce and handmade crafts are a regular occurrence at Vibes gate in Majorstuen or Birkelunden in Grünerløkka, but times and dates can change at short notice,before you go. Elsewhere the Youngstorget market is a 150-year-old institution crammed with everything from food to fashion. For crafts, jewellery and trinkets that won't break the bank, try Vetkanttorget Flea Market on Amaldus Nilsens Plass. Open only on Saturdays, the friendly atmosphere and huge variety of colourful stalls make it worth visiting whether or not you're planning to spend any money.
Shopping centres:
Aker Brygge, on the wharf next to City Hall, is Oslo's oldest shopping centre, while the biggest shopping mall is Oslo City, on Stenersgata, near Oslo S station. Both stock all the usual high-street suspects along with a sprinkling of independent shops.
Opening hours:
Most shops in Oslo are open Monday to Wednesday and Friday 0900-1700. Thursday is late opening, until 1900, while on Saturday, most close early - generally around 1500. Shopping centres are open until 2000 on weekdays and 1800 on Saturday.
Souvenirs:
Norwegian knitwear is among the best (and most famous) in the world, thanks to its intricate patterns and excellent quality. Traditional styles include selburose, an angular rose-shaped pattern, and quirky Fair Isle. The Oslo Sweater Shop at Tullinsgate 5 has a huge selection, all made from local wool. Other traditional crafts worth taking a look at are the hand-carved wooden trolls and other toys, which are found on practically every street corner and make wonderful gifts.
Tax information:
Tax-free shopping is available at approximately 3,000 shops, although a minimum purchase is necessary to qualify. You can claim partial VAT refunds at the airport on departure.
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Walk a couple of blocks inland to the Oslo Cathedral, the Domkirche (1697). Today it sits on one of the main squares of town along Karl Johan Gate, two blocks from the train station. Some items to notice are the bronze front doors, depicting the Sermon on the Mount, stained glass windows, carved pulpit and the highly decorated ceiling. Arcades behind the cathedral host a bazaar where artisans present their works, continuing a tradition from the Middle Ages.
The Stortorvet Square in front often hosts a colorful flower market, and across the street is Oslos largest and best department store, Glas Magasinet, which offers many goods of Norwegian design, and is especially noted for high-quality glass works. Stables that once circled this square have been converted into attractive shops and cafes. Yet another pedestrian mall, Torggata, extends three blocks north from here into another nice shopping area that could keep you busy for the rest of the evening.
Bergen Travel
Bergen Travel - Bergen is the second largest city in Norway with a population of 259,700 as of November 15, 2010. Bergen is the administrative centre of Hordaland county. Greater Bergen or Bergen Metropolitan Area as defined by Statistics Norway, has a population of 383,100 as of November 15, 2010.
Bergen is located in the county of Hordaland on the south-western coast of Norway. It is an important cultural hub in its region, recognized as the unofficial capital of Western Norway and sometimes also referred to as the Atlantic coast capital of Norway. The city was one of nine European cities honoured with the title of European Capital of Culture in the Millennium.
The city of Bergen, traditionally thought to have been founded by king Olav Kyrre, son of Harald Hardråde in 1070 AD,[5] four years after the Viking Age ended. Modern research has, however, discovered that a trading settlement was established already during the 1020s or 1030s. It is considered to have replaced Trondheim as Norways capital in 1217, and that Oslo became the de jure capital in 1299. Towards the end of the 13th century, Bergen became one of the Hanseatic Leagues most important bureau cities.
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The main reason for Bergens importance was the trade with dried cod from the northern Norwegian coast,[8] which started around 1100. By the late 14th century, Bergen had established itself as the centre of the trade in Norway.[9] The Hanseatic merchants lived in their own separate quarter of town, where Middle Saxon was used, enjoying exclusive rights to trade with the northern fishermen that each summer sailed to Bergen.[10] Today, Bergens old quayside, Bryggen is on UNESCOs list of World Heritage Site.[11]
The city has throughout its history been plagued with numerous great city fires. In 1198, the Bagler-faction set fire on the city in connection with a battle against the Birkebeiner faction during the civil war. In 1248, Holmen and Sverresborg burned, and 11 churches were destroyed. In 1413 another fire struck the city, and 14 churches were destroyed. In 1428 the city was plundered by pirates on a mission for the Hanseatic League, the same who was responsible for burning down Munkeliv Abbey in 1455. In 1476, Bryggen burned down in a fire started by a drunk trader. In 1582, another fire hit the city centre and Strandsiden. In 1675, 105 buildings burned down in Øvregaten. In 1686 a new great fire hit Strandsiden, destroying 231 city blocks and 218 boathouses. The greatest fire to date happened in 1702 when 90 percent of the city was burned to ashes. In 1751, there was a great fire at Vågsbunnen. In 1756, a new fire at Strandsiden burned down 1,500 buildings, and further great fires hit Strandsiden in 1771 and 1901. In 1916, 300 buildings burned down in the city centre, and in 1955 parts of Bryggen burned down.
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Hall faces the harbor, where there is a major focus of activities in Oslo: a large restaurant mall, historic sights and excursion boat services. Here you will find Aker Brygge, the most exciting dining and shopping complex in town, where a shipyard that stood until the 1970s has now been transformed into a wonderful place to have a meal, do a little shopping and take a stroll along the waterfront. An indoor food court and lovely sidewalk cafes offer prime position for watching the attractive crowds on parade along the waterfront.
On the other side of the harbor you will see the imposing Akershus Castle and Fortress, which is Oslos oldest and most historic attraction, built between 1299 and 1319. A ten-minute walk along the waterfront brings you up the forts ramparts, which offer a lovely view looking back across the harbor. You can walk around the fortress grounds for free, but it is well worth time and money for an interior visit.
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