It was wet and gloomy the next day as we made our way to Akershus Fortress (Akershus Festning). The medieval fortress is perched high above the harbour and surrounded by defensive walls. Akershus Fortress was constructed to defend the city and its strategic position offers a clear view of enemies’ threats. Akershus has withstood...
De Oude Kerk and the Dam Square
We proceed on to De Oude Kerk (The Old Church) after returning from Zaanse Schans. It was originally built as a Catholic church but taken over by Dutch Protestant reformers. The reformers simplified the large interior and destroyed most Catholic ornamentation in it. The simplification presents a very spacious and different feel to the...