Oslo

Oslo is the capital of Norway, with 550,000 inhabitants out of 4.6 million in Norway.

Norway is the land of Fjords and Oslo is located in the inner parts of the Oslo fjord. It is surrounded by rolling hills of green and the presence of nature is apparent.

The city was founded in the year 1,000 AD and has since been part of both Denmark and Sweden. In 1814 the last union with Sweden was formed and it held until May 17th, 1905 when Norway gained its independence. The celebrations on May 17th are abundant and colourful and the day is a national holiday.