Akershus Fortress, Oslo, Norway
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Akershus Fortress in Oslo is one of the oldest and finest cultural heritage sites in Norway
Waymark Code: WMEWPY
Location: Oslo, Norway
Date Posted: 07/15/2012
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Akershus Fortress, also known as Akershus Slott/Castle, is a historic Norwegian landmark that dates as far back as the medieval period when it was built in 1299 as a residence for the royal family. Since then it was updated and used for multiple purposes: in 1592 as a fortress to protect Oslo against sieges, mainly from rival Sweden at the time, in 1637 as a renaissance castle, and was even used at the first half of the 19th century as a full-fledged prison. Today it's headquarters to the Ministry of Defense and is used to hold major events and a variety of other functions deemed appropriate by the Norwegian government.
The castle represents a high point of Norwegian grandeur, showcasing magnificent hallways, the Akershus Castle Church, the Royal Mausoleum, and reception and banquet rooms. On display are valuable and meaningful trinkets from throughout the fortress’ illustrious history, making it a must for historical buffs and visitors of Oslo.
The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1290
Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": king of Norway, Haakon V Magnusson
Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was
What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: Used for defence of a border or land claim.
Current condition: completely reconstructed
This site is administered by ----: state
If admission is charged -: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Open to the public?: Open or unrestricted access.
Official or advertised web-page: [Web Link]
Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": [Web Link]
Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: [Web Link]
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