Norway’s National Day Ideal For Hostel Breaks to Oslo
The National Day of Norway events are certainly ideal if you are keen to get under the skin of the local culture on a holiday to the country – and with so many Oslo hostels located in great hotspots all around the city, a break to the capital need not be too expensive.
On May 17th in 1814, Norway moved away from Danish rule and formed an alliance with Sweden which lasted for almost a century.
To mark this momentous occasion in the country’s history, the nation comes alive with dancing, singing, drinking and dancing on May 17th – but the best events and festivals are definitely in the capital city of Oslo, which is also the largest metropolis in Norway.
The national day celebrations are particularly noted for the children’s parades common across the country. Most of the marches are dominated by the younger generation, who walk proudly through the streets holding their national flag.
Traditional Norwegian dress is also an interesting feature you might be interested to see. Outfits worn for the National Day of Norway are often intricately sewn with lace and beading and are usually brightly coloured.
The Oslo parade is definitely the best one for you to see on a break to Norway, as the country’s royal family often wave to the crowds below as the procession passes under the balcony of the palace.
Culture vultures will find more than enough to keep them occupied once the parade is over. Oslo is home to some world-class museums, including the National Gallery, the Munch Museum, the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design and the Museum of Contemporary Art.
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