I was tired with all the trekking and scouting around the country. It was time to sit under a tree and soak up some nature and peace.
The Frogner Park had huge shady trees that looked very inviting and perfect to spend a couple of hours reading a book or even do nothing. This was also the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist, and is one of Norway's most popular tourist attractions. The park is open to visitors all year round.
The Frogner Park had huge shady trees that looked very inviting and perfect to spend a couple of hours reading a book or even do nothing. This was also the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist, and is one of Norway's most popular tourist attractions. The park is open to visitors all year round.
Frogner Manor | Image Resource : wikimedia.org
It is located in the borough of Frogner in Oslo, Norway, and factually part of Frogner Manor. The Oslo City Museum is also located inside this park. While visiting the park I also came across the fact that it was once termed as a romantic park. I did see quiet a lot of couples enjoying the morning sun on the benches. This is also a paradise for health conscious people who like to stretch their legs in the morning.. The park is very huge and a lot of greenery, that a run around the place would be very rejuvenating. The sculpture area located inside Frogner Park covers 80 acres of land and features 212 bronze and granite sculptures all designed by Gustav Vigeland.
The Museum was a result of a unique contract between Gustav Vigeland and the city of Oslo. The Municipality agreed to build a studio, residence and future museum for the artist and his work, and in return Vigeland offered nearly all his works, previous and future, to the city.
The Museum was a result of a unique contract between Gustav Vigeland and the city of Oslo. The Municipality agreed to build a studio, residence and future museum for the artist and his work, and in return Vigeland offered nearly all his works, previous and future, to the city.
Frogner Park | Image Resource : wikimedia.org
The manor buildings are located in the southern part of the park. The buildings look very beautiful and gave a glimpse of the era gone by. These at one point were the most important meeting places of Norwegian high society.
The main attraction I found here was the sculptures located in the play area, a collaboration of eight bronze statues, all of which a child would love!
Overall the place is very well maintained and perfect for a day out with friends or family. The lush greenery and fresh air makes this a visit that no one will regret.
The main attraction I found here was the sculptures located in the play area, a collaboration of eight bronze statues, all of which a child would love!
Overall the place is very well maintained and perfect for a day out with friends or family. The lush greenery and fresh air makes this a visit that no one will regret.
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