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Aker Brygge, Oslo is located in the borough of Frogner. It is on the west of Pipervika, which is a subsidiary of Akrs Mekaniske Verksted, a shipyard, after its shutting down in 1982. The place was earlier known as Holmen, before the setting up of the shipyard.

Aker Eiendom AS, the Realtors carried out the construction works in four steps. many old industrial buildings were pulled down while major workshop halls were built up as shopping areas. The first construction works were completed in 1986, and the architect were Telje, Torp and Aasen. In 1998, the fourth and final construction of the Storebrand insurance building was completed which faces Munkedamsveien. Aker Brygge in Oslo has many shopping areas, having shops and restaurants, a Cinemeplex, many office spaces and apartments. The area has also small boat harbor, along with a terminal for ferry services to Nesodden.

Aker Brygge, Oslo buzzes with people, especially in summer, and is teeming with locals as well as tourists. One can spend the summer afternoon, strolling along the waterfront. get up on Tram 10 o r15 or else walk from Akershus fortress. The price line here is a bit higher and it is advisable for those on a budget to go eat at other nearby places. The places to visit at Aker Brygge, Oslo are the city hall, the old fortress, the dock meant for the many cruise ships which docks here. the royal castle as well as the main street and other historical buildings are closely situated.

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