Akerselva, Oslo
Akerselva (the Aker River) in Oslo divides the city.
Akerselva is beautiful during autumn.
The river divides the city and it’s about 8.2 kilometres long, and has a difference in altitude of approximately 149 meters.
The Old Norse name of the river was Frysja, and this old name has been revived as the name of a neighborhood along the river. The name is probably derived from the verb frusa ‘froth’, referring to the many waterfalls in the river. The river is mentioned several times in Sverris saga
Check Wikipedia for more info on Sverris saga: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sverris_saga
The way the lights reflect on the water is beautfil! Going to check out that saga now – I love a good saga!
October 10, 2012 at 08:43
Thanks Marco. When it comes to sagas, the Snorri saga is the king of sagas. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snorri_Sturluson
October 10, 2012 at 15:49
Great stuff, am checking it out. Been reading quite a few Icelandic ones – really awe inspiring stuff that is!
October 10, 2012 at 16:02
You are certainly a good advert for Oslo and your country,,I love this picture, thanks for the education and share, might see about visiting your country next year…;)
October 10, 2012 at 10:12
If you’ll visit Norway, let me know and I’ll show you around in Oslo!
October 10, 2012 at 15:50
Beautiful light and colors captured…
I always enjoy all these old old former names, often there a good story hide behind the name…
October 10, 2012 at 10:48
Yes, a lot of the names have interesting stories behind them, but sadly the meaning/name of the places often have changed.
October 10, 2012 at 15:52
I look forward to your posts. Beautiful photography, excellent music, and usually a lesson of sorts. I love to learn about Norway. My great grandfather emigrated from Vestre Slidre in 1903.
October 10, 2012 at 15:15
Thanks alot for these great compliments Tom.
I’m glad that you’re lloking forward to my posts and that you not only like the photos, but also the music and written words.
If you look at my posts about stave churches, all these are located near Vestre Slidre. The nearest one (Høre Stavkirke) is just a few kilometers from Vestre Slidre.
Actually the majority of Stave Churches are located in Valdres (which is the name of the area that Vestre Slidre belongs to).
Have you ever visited Norway?
October 10, 2012 at 15:49
The lighting is captivating! This is truly beaituful.
October 10, 2012 at 16:25
Thanks Angeline. Glad I could captivate you.
October 11, 2012 at 22:46
I clicked on the photo and it looks even more fabulous on the bigger screen, like falling into a mythical pond of magic! Beautiful work Cardinal!
October 10, 2012 at 16:31
«mythical pond of magic». I love that phrase
October 11, 2012 at 22:48
I love how the colors blend and soften on this photo.
October 10, 2012 at 19:57
Thanks Pixi. Early bird catch the worm.
October 11, 2012 at 22:49
Great colors !
October 10, 2012 at 22:07
Thanks GDB.
October 11, 2012 at 22:49
beautiful pictures
October 11, 2012 at 05:22
Beautiful place too
October 11, 2012 at 22:49
Very nice, Cardinal – like that touch of mauve very much.
October 11, 2012 at 15:42
You just taught me an English word that I didn’t know. Mauve.
Thanks Richard!
October 11, 2012 at 22:52
Love the mood lighting you added..so ethereal…the reflection is wonderful!
October 12, 2012 at 02:37
Glad you like it, but I haven’t added any lighting to this photo.
October 12, 2012 at 07:04
Then I MUST go there!!
October 13, 2012 at 00:15
If you ever come to Oslo I volunteer to be your local tour guide!
October 22, 2012 at 08:42
I would love this!
October 23, 2012 at 03:14
Here it is … sexcellent
October 12, 2012 at 08:35
Sexcellent indeed! Thanks for the vote
October 12, 2012 at 09:55
October 12, 2012 at 09:56
Beautiful reflections and wonderful colours for a low light photograph
October 21, 2012 at 13:19
Thanks Woll. You have some great photos in your blog too.
October 21, 2012 at 14:57
No matter what I see of Oslo (in photo, tv, or movies,) I’m ALWAYS struck by the uniqueness of the light! I’m not sure exactly how to describe it ( thin? wan? ) but no matter. It makes for some excellent photos and this is definitely one of them.
October 26, 2012 at 19:28
Thank you very much. I’m also pleased with the result of this photo.
April 21, 2013 at 12:43
wow..this pic is so magical..thanks a lot for sharing
April 19, 2013 at 18:17
Thank you for commenting.
April 21, 2013 at 12:43
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