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Unusual Attractions in Oslo

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.

Oslo Opera House

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

The Mini Bottle Gallery

Tens of thousands of tiny bottles stuffed with various items.

Korketrekkeren

Oslo's historic toboggan run has been letting thrill seekers slide from train stop to train stop for over a century.

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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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Svalbard by Sea: Glaciers & Ghost Towns

Climb aboard an expedition vessel to visit Svalbard's abandoned mining towns—glimpsing sea ice, historic posts, and polar bears along the way.

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