Skøyen
Skøyen is a neighborhood of Oslo, Norway. It is located in the western part of the city, in the borough of Ullern.[1] The district has an increasing share of business activities, a development started in the 80s.
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Aerial photography of Skøyen
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Skøyenparken in Skøyen
Skøyen is the site of Skøyenparken which surrounds Skøyen Manor (Søndre Skøyen). This estate was owned and developed by Nicolay August Andresen, chairman of Andresens Bank. [2]
The name "Skøyen" comes from Old Norse Skǫðin, of unknown etymology. Skøyen is connected to downtown Oslo through The Skøyen Line (tram) and Skøyen Station (train).
References
- Knut Are Tvedt. "Skøyen". Store norske leksikon. Retrieved October 1, 2016.
- Trond Gram. "Andresens Bank A/S". Store norske leksikon. Retrieved October 1, 2016.
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