Oslo A Big City With Big Charm

<h1>Oslo A Big City With Big Charm</h1>Author: <a title="Gaizka Pujana" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/gaizka-pujana/17481.htm">Gaizka Pujana</a> As the capital city of Norway, Oslo enjoys the majority of the tourists to Norway. Although there are beautiful attractions across the entire country, Oslo offers the best in terms of a complete holiday. In fact, this is one of the only cities in the world where it is often preferable to visit in winter. 
 
A good reason to visit Oslo in winter is the Holmenkollen Ski Jump. This resort rose to prominence on the back of the 1952 Winter Olympics. Situated just outside of Oslo, this is one of the best places to get a breathtaking view of the city and the surrounding area. Even if you are not into skiing, you can visit the Ski Museum which will give you a good look into the evolution of the sport over the last 4,000 years. If you are scared of heights, however, the 200 foot jump will either scare you even more or cure you. 
 
If you want to stay near the ski resort then there are plenty of options in terms of holiday apartments and hotels. The public transport system in Oslo is world class so no matter where you stay you should be able to find your way around with relative ease. You could also hire a car, but just be careful in the winter months when the roads become iced over. Just take it slow and take in the views because Norway is a beautiful country. 
 
If snow isn't your thing then maybe a bit of culture will be more to your liking. The Munch Museum has made art more accessible to those who are not necessarily art enthusiasts. Edvard Munch one of Scandinavia's best and most loved painters has an exhibition of over 1,000 paintings, almost 5,000 sketches and close on 20,000 prints on show. Add the sculptures and life material and you are left with a museum that will appeal to all your senses. This museum is entertaining enough to take the kids along if that is how you are travelling. 
 
Depending on where you are staying, there is always something to do in Oslo. The summer months are best for outdoor activity however the winter allows you access to the ski slopes and similar areas. No matter what time of year you decide to go you should always take some warmer clothing along. Being so far north the weather can change from warm to cold without much notice. 
 
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As the capital city of Norway, Oslo enjoys the majority of the tourists to Norway. Although there are beautiful attractions across the entire country, Oslo offers the best in terms of a complete holiday. In fact, this is one of the only cities in the world where it is often preferable to visit in winter.

A good reason to visit Oslo in winter is the Holmenkollen Ski Jump. This resort rose to prominence on the back of the 1952 Winter Olympics. Situated just outside of Oslo, this is one of the best places to get a breathtaking view of the city and the surrounding area. Even if you are not into skiing, you can visit the Ski Museum which will give you a good look into the evolution of the sport over the last 4,000 years. If you are scared of heights, however, the 200 foot jump will either scare you even more or cure you.

If you want to stay near the ski resort then there are plenty of options in terms of holiday apartments and hotels. The public transport system in Oslo is world class so no matter where you stay you should be able to find your way around with relative ease. You could also hire a car, but just be careful in the winter months when the roads become iced over. Just take it slow and take in the views because Norway is a beautiful country.

If snow isn't your thing then maybe a bit of culture will be more to your liking. The Munch Museum has made art more accessible to those who are not necessarily art enthusiasts. Edvard Munch one of Scandinavia's best and most loved painters has an exhibition of over 1,000 paintings, almost 5,000 sketches and close on 20,000 prints on show. Add the sculptures and life material and you are left with a museum that will appeal to all your senses. This museum is entertaining enough to take the kids along if that is how you are travelling.

Depending on where you are staying, there is always something to do in Oslo. The summer months are best for outdoor activity however the winter allows you access to the ski slopes and similar areas. No matter what time of year you decide to go you should always take some warmer clothing along. Being so far north the weather can change from warm to cold without much notice.

Booking in advance will increase your chances of finding the more charming accommodation as well as allowing you access to better deals.

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