Akershus fortress

My meanderings then took me to the Akershus fortress - an ancient fortification sat atop one of the few prominences at the shoreline. Approaching from the landward side I noted the minor batteries positioned with the brutal logic of fortifications to enfilade any force attempting to asail the walls. Much like the tower of London, whilst open to the public it is still considered a military fortification; the first sign of this was a pair of soldiers in cam apparently guarding the fortress’ large colour.

Further along the fortress, at the centre of the concentric fortifications, is the original Akershus castle (which also inspired an attraction at Disney World’s Epcot https://findpenguins.com/3lx1trbrfcwso/footprin… )Baca lagi