Oslo

Until the 20th century, the Norwegian capital Oslo was still called Christiania, named after the Danish King Christian IV. It was he who had the former Oslo rebuilt after it had burned down in the 17th century. He decided on the characteristic checkerboard pattern that still characterizes the metropolis today. In Oslo, international winter sports, art, modern architecture, the fascinating nature of the fjords and attractive green spaces meet. Several museums complement the multifaceted kaleidoscope of Nordic culture. Especially popular with locals and tourists is the boulevard Karl Johans Gate in the immediate vicinity of the central station.