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Old Aker Church

Gamle Aker kirke

church in Oslo

#37 in Oslo / #100 in Norway

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by Mahlum

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Old Aker Church in Oslo, Norway, is the oldest preserved building in the city, dating back to around 1080 AD. This Romanesque-style church was constructed during the reign of King Olav Kyrre and is built primarily from limestone. It has served various purposes over the centuries, including acting as a parish church and a hospital. The church features a beautiful altarpiece from the 1700s and several medieval frescoes. Its cemetery is the final resting place of several notable Norwegians.

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