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Attractions
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Viking Ship Museum

Home to three historic ships from the age of Vikings.

Vigeland Sculpture Park

One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."

Emanuel Vigeland Mausoleum

An artist's mausoleum with a haunting echo.

Kon-Tiki Museum

Across the Pacific in a raft, a museum dedicated to Thor Heyerdahl's now legendary expedition.

Forest of the Future Library

One thousand trees were planted in Norway to be used to print books a century from now.

The Mini Bottle Gallery

Tens of thousands of tiny bottles stuffed with various items.

Oslo Opera House

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

Norwegian Museum of Magic

A small collection of magic tricks and memorabilia is now an apartment-sized museum.

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Unique
Food & Drink
in Oslo

Møsbrømlefse

This sweet, cheese-filled Norwegian flatbread keeps Nordlanders nourished during the long winter.

Lutefisk

The lye-soaked fish recipe created by Vikings is now a holiday favorite at Midwestern church dinners.

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