Oslo City Hall, Municipal building in central Oslo, Norway
The red brick structure reaches a height of 66 meters and includes two rectangular towers connected by a central section with large windows.
Construction began in 1931 and continued through World War II, with the official inauguration ceremony taking place in May 1950.
The interior walls display extensive murals depicting Norwegian life, work, and history, created by leading national artists of the twentieth century.
Free guided tours of the building operate daily from 9:00 to 16:00, with entrance through the main door facing the harbor.
The carillon in the eastern tower plays music every hour between 7:00 and midnight, featuring both classical compositions and modern Norwegian songs.
Location: Oslo Municipality
Inception: 1950
Architects: Arnstein Arneberg, Magnus Poulsson
Official opening: 1950
Architectural style: functionalism
Height: 66 m
Website: https://oslo.kommune.no/oslo-city-hall
GPS coordinates: 59.91167,10.73361
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:40
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