Krist kirkegård, Heritage cemetery in Hammersborg, Norway.
Krist kirkegård is a burial ground in central Oslo with wrought-iron crosses and stone monuments scattered across its grounds. Grass areas and old trees create a quiet setting while the cemetery spans across two streets in the neighborhood.
Following the great fire of 1624, King Christian IV ordered this burial ground to be established near a temporary chapel. It became one of the city's first organized cemeteries as Oslo developed.
This burial ground holds graves of military officers, government leaders, and families connected to Norwegian cultural life. Walking through, you encounter names tied to the country's development and artistic heritage.
The cemetery is open during daylight hours in the warmer months, though times may change depending on the season. Check with the Oslo municipality for current access times before your visit.
The Peststøtten monument is one of Norway's oldest outdoor public memorials, marking a plague outbreak that struck the area. This simple memorial shows how early communities marked significant events.
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