Akershus Fortress

Today was a lovely day with the sun shining brightly and so we wanted to take a ferry to a nearby island to see the fjords from afar since we have already been on the cruise around fjord in Bergen. But we didn't manage to find the ferry and so we detoured to the nearby fortress - Akershus Fortress to take a look.

Akershus Fortress was actually an old castle built to protect Oslo, the capital of Norway. It was first used in battle in 1308. It is still a military area today but is open to public. There are guards guarding certain parts of the fortress that are out of bounds to public and we managed to see a mini shift changing procedure. It was funny coz they march while leaning 45 degrees to the front. When they bang their feet, they will be off-balance for a split second, quit funny, or maybe it is only the person that I say that is like that. The fortress is situated just beside the harbour and the view from the fortress was good. Actually the view anywhere around that area is good. I love Norway for its beautiful sceneries - clear blue sky, sparkling blue water, nice greeneries and beautiful weather (if you're dressed warm enough).

It was 8 degress when we went out and by the time we return at around 7pm, temperature dropped to 4 degrees. I was dressed in jeans, turtle neck, scarf and jacket but my feet are freezing. Guess its really time to get a pair of boots. And I think I've a slight sunburnt/"wind-burnt" on my face. Its either the sun or the harsh wind.

Autumn is here and the trees are turning yellow and red.

btw, I saw the chestnut fruit today. It was everywhere in the fortress. There are quite a few chestnut trees inside.