Traveler' s Choice: 15 Norwegian Gifts from Oslo

Traveler' s Choice: 15 Norwegian Gifts from Oslo, Oslo, Norway

The Norwegians are strict about gift making and believe that each gift must be equaled with a return one. For this reason, public holidays and birthdays are a very serious business in Norway, with everyone making and receiving gifts. In the spirit of this tradition, you might want to treat your dear ones back home with some tasteful, typically Norwegian presents to mark a special occasion or just as a token of your affection. Here are the top 15 gift ideas from Norway!

Arts & Crafts jewelry is a great gift for that special one in your life. Originally designed in Norway, these collections include both, high quality fashion jewelry and completely handmade sterling silver jewelry. Their models represent a fusion of Scandinavian simplicity and international fashion patterns. Much of this jewelry is adorned with enamel, Swarovski crystals, pearls and other quality materials.

Today, the Arts & Crafts company offers a wide range of beautiful jewelry collections and enjoys great popularity throughout the whole world. Each piece is designed with much love and a great sense of detail. Price: $25 - $100, or more.

Sweet and crispy, these Scandinavian origin cookies are a perfect gift for your family and friends. They are considered a tradition during Christmas time in Norway. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Traveler' s Choice: 15 Norwegian Gifts from Oslo
Guide Location: Norway » Oslo
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Maschmanns Food Market
  • Norway Designs
  • Museum of Cultural History
  • Freia chocolate shop
  • Briskeby Vinmonopol
  • Holm
  • Heimen Husflid
  • GlasMagasinet
  • David-Andersen
  • Fenaknoken

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Traveler's Choice: 15 Norwegian Gifts from Oslo

Traveler's Choice: 15 Norwegian Gifts from Oslo

The Norwegians are strict about gift making and believe that each gift must be equaled with a return one. For this reason, public holidays and birthdays are a very serious business in Norway, with everyone making and receiving gifts. In the spirit of this tradition, you might want to treat your dear...
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