Oslo

According to Snorri Sturlason, famed Norse chronicler, Oslo was founded in 1048. It now numbers a half million people. Most buildings have elegant architecture and are 5 or fewer stories, giving the city a classical feel. A great walking city.

Norway has a king and queen, who were in Italy when we stopped by the palace. We were sorry to miss them.

It was quiet at Parliament, despite having changed governments this day. It was even quieter at Domkirke. Perhaps with the king and queen out of town, everyone took the day off.

One of the city’s most delightful accommodations, the Borgir Flat in midtown Oslo

Oslo, a river runs through it … specifically the Akerselva

The Akershus, a fortress and castle, built around 1300 on Oslo’s harbor