Torshovparken
Torshovparken is a large park located in Torshov, Oslo, Norway, that was established in the 1920s as part of Torshovbyen, a residential area developed by the municipality. Park The park is bordered by Agathe Grøndahl Street to the north, Johan Svendsen Street to the southeast, Hegermanns Street to the south, and Per Kvibergs Street to the west. The park is situated in the Sagene borough. Torshovparken covers an area of 41 acres and is located on a natural elevation that was increased with excess soil from the construction. There is a view of the city and the fjord from the highest point (87 meters above sea level) in the middle of the park, where the music pavilion is situated at the end of an avenue facing north. Torshovparken combines elements of both formal park style, characterized by symmetry and strict order, often with a music pavilion as the centerpiece, and Functionalism (architecture), functionalist park style, emphasizing simplicity, open grass areas, preservation ...
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