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See the 1890s Through the Lens of a Hidden Camera

He started walking around the streets of Norway's Oslo, taking pictures of everyday life by means of a secret camera hidden in his clothing.

The Magical Landscapes of Norway!

Norwegian Flag at Sea Norway 102 A Green Blanket Over The Mountains Opera Reflection Norway View The Bridge To Nowhere II Rorbuer Lofoten Winter Blowin in the Wind Oslo City Oslo Opera Deepsea Atlantic Norway 130 Oslo Opera House Norwegian Forest Cat Bergen Harbour Lupins Trondheim Tromso Wiegeland Park

19 Living Roofs That are as Beautiful as They are Useful

Source Oslo, Norway Located in Oslo's Folkemuseum, this log house with its sod roof is an actual remnant from Norway's past. Source Typical Summer Home, Norway Source [related_articles] Iceland This stone and turf shack is the entrance to a local hotspring.

Life In Norway in 14 Fascinating Images

A uniquely designed black cabin in Oslo, Norway Image Source: Reddit Related: 16 Glorious Photos of Norway 4. During the summer months, you can experience up to 24 hours of sunlight above the Arctic Circle. 

Gorgeous Houses that Stand Alone Against the White of Winter

Between Oslo and Bergen, Norway Source 11. Periwinkle Source 12. Retezat National Park, Romania Source 13. Poland Source 14. Red Source 15. Tirol, Austria Source 16. Bergen, Norway Source 17. Almost There... Source 18. Through the Snow Source 19. Bergsdalen Mountains, Norway Source 20.

21st Century Architecture is Really Stunning to Behold...

Statoil Regional and International Offices, Oslo, Norway Image Source Some 2,500 employees come to work in this building every day. It was designed with the idea that every single one of them deserved a prime working space. The building boasts exceptional views of the Oslo fjord.

Tired of Touring the Same Cities? Check Out THESE Pearls!

Oslo, Norway Although it’s preceded by its reputation for being very expensive, Oslo is actually a fantastic destination to visit. There are plenty of outdoorsy things to do, as well as a fantastic craft beer culture to sample. In addition, it’s an incredible place for a foodie to visit.

View Amazing Animated Photos of Landscapes Past & Present

Karl Johans Gate, Oslo, Norway - in 1899 and 2007 [related_articles] 4. Røstlandet, Lofoten, Norway - in 1910 and 2010 5. Künstlerhaus, Munich, Germany - in 1905 and 2017 6. Karlstor, Munich, Germany - in 1946 and 2017 7. Notre-Dame, Paris, France - in 1856 and 2016 8.

These Cityscape Sunsets Will Take Your Breath Away

Oslo (Norway) source 20. London (United Kingdom) source 21. Marrakesh (Morocco) source 22. Honolulu, Hawaii (USA) source 23.

These Historical Building Restorations Only Did More Harm

Oslo, Norway Image Source: architectural revival 7. Tamworth, the UK Image Source: tom holland Related Article: Incredible Colorized Historical Photos 8.

Norway: Where Living is a Unique Adventure (13 Pics)

In Oslo, Norway, you can find mobile charging stations that move and are fueled by solar power Image source: Reddit [related_articles] 7. Situated in Norway, the Storseisundet Bridge is a formidable feat of engineering that traverses the turbulent Atlantic Ocean.

Explore the World on These Overnight Train Rides

Oslo to Bergen, Norway The train journey from Oslo to Bergen is an absolute must for anyone visiting Norway. This scenic route offers around 7 hours of unparalleled beauty, with breathtaking views of mountains, fjords, and picturesque valleys.

Historic Photos From Days of Christmas' Past...

British and German troops sharing the unofficial cease-fire during WWI in No Man's Land (1914) The first Norwegian Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square donated to London by the city of Oslo as thanks for England's help during WWII (18 Dec. 1947) Using old WWII flamethrowers to clear up snow (December 1947

What the Olympic Games Were Like Back in 1896

German bobsledders Andreas Ostler and Lorenz Nieberl share a kiss after they scored in the two-man bobsled event at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Oslo. 22.

12 Train Rides with the Most Sensational Views Possible

Bergen Railway source Traveling in Norway from Bergen to Oslo, this train crosses Europe’s highest plateau on its 495 km (308 miles) long trip. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful rides in the world and has won high praise in the Lonely Planet travel guide.

Stave Churches Are Among Norway's Most Precious Treasures

Gol Stave Church source Gol stave church was originally built in the city of Gol, but once it was decided, one hundred years ago, to replace it with a new structure, Norway's King Oscar II ordered it be taken and removed to the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History in Oslo, where it now stands.

Animal Crossings Are a Huge Step For Wildlife Conservation

Bee Highway, Oslo, Norway This "highway" is the first of its kind in the world. It was designed to allow for bees to pass through the Norwegian capital safely.