Oslo is the third largest city in Scandinavia and the largest in Norway. It is the cultural, commercial, scientific and maritime capital of Norway. Oslo is located on the southwest coast of the Scandinavian Peninsula. Oslo is located in the bay, where some beautiful islands stand out, which are home to amazing museums that visitors should not miss. he islands are a favorite among the inhabitants, especially during the summer season. Ferries connect visitors with the beautiful islands where numerous music concerts are performed each year during summer season.
The history of Oslo begins in the Middle Ages- the first urban settlement is estimated to have appeared probably around 1000 BC, although the author Snorri Sturluson wrote in his book ’’Kings’ Sagas’’ that Oslo was established by Harald Sigurdsson III in 1048. The medieval town of Oslo was located in the Ekeberg hillside, on the eastern side of the mouth of the river Bjorvik. The city was the residence of King Haakon V (1299-1319) who set in motion the construction of what is now known as Akershus Fortress. Haakon V was the first king whose permanent residence was in this very town.
