Although our first tour of Oslo was generally unmemorable, we did stop by this church where I was…read morequite taken with how half of it looks like an entirely different church. The bottom half was a church in it's own right, however when they decided to expand the bricks used were no longer available so they went with a different seller, thus why there's a sharp divide in coloration between the bottom and top. The small bump in one corner that looks entirely out of place is actually a piece from two entirely separate churches. Said piece outlived both being burned down and now calls this eclectic patchwork church home. We were told by our guide it's a very Norwegian thing not to waste and to re-use building materials from other projects - you can see an example of this in the art piece She Lies which is made from leftover Opera House materials. All in all it's a quite interesting architectural spot, so I'd recommend walking by if you're in the area.

Compared to other European (and other) cathedrals/churches I have visited, this one is very unique…read more The ceiling is covered with a colorful and beautiful mosaic depicting numerous Biblical scenes (both OT and NT). It also contains an enormous and beautiful organ, along with a large altar. All of the artifacts and decor here work very well together, and the building is beautiful. One recommendation I have is to check out the QR codes. They give you a great description and historical context of the different scenes in the church, and you can learn a lot from them.

So happy to have an open church .. English mass is at 9:30…read more Lovely small church but gives me all the blessings .. †ąk * * God

Great venue for music, went to a Christmas night here. Total surprise, Heidi's friends invited us…read more Gløgg and Gingerbreads outside and then some fantastic music here! I had a wonderful night of just great music Christmas songs, Norsk and English. Jazz and soul! And it turns out we were 5 feet away from the Crowned Princess and Prince! Mad!

Frogner Church - During my visit to Oslo, I stopped by Frogner Church, and it turned out to be a…read morevery pleasant experience. The church looks elegant both from the outside and the inside, but what impressed me most was its peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. It is located in a lovely neighborhood surrounded by greenery, and even the walk to the church is enjoyable. The interior is well maintained, bright, and provides the perfect place for a short break, relaxation, or quiet reflection during a busy day of sightseeing. I also appreciated the architecture of the building, which has a distinct character without feeling overly extravagant. This place left a very positive impression on me, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys historical and spiritual landmarks. Admission was free, which was an added bonus.