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Norsk Folkemuseum

Fodor's Review:

This is one of the largest open-air museums in Europe, and a perfect way to see Norway in a day. From the stoic stave church to farmers' houses made of sod, the old buildings here span Norway's regions and history as far back as the 14th century. Indoors, there's a fascinating display of folk costumes. The displays of richly embroidered, colorful bunader (national costumes) from every region includes one set at a Telemark country wedding. The museum also has stunning dragon-style wood carvings from 1550 and some beautiful rosemaling. The traditional costumes of the Sámi (Lapp) people of northern Norway are exhibited around one of their tents. If you're visiting in summer, inquire about Norwegian Evening, a summer program of folk dancing, guided tours, and food tastings. On Sundays in December, the museum holds Oslo's largest Christmas market.

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