A stunning architectural yet functional feat, towering over Oslo.

One man's exploration of the human form, including the bizarre and delightful "Man Attacked by Babies."

This handsomely carved wooden church is more than 800 years old.

Across the Pacific in a raft, a museum dedicated to Thor Heyerdahl's now legendary expedition.

Housing the famous Norwegian ice-defying 19th century polar exploration ship.

This floating sculpture of ice is a poignant reminder of nature's power.

The design of this beautifully crafted building was inspired by Norwegian glaciers.

Charming small streets lined with well preserved wooden houses dating to the 18th and 19th century.

This striking sculpture of a supermodel in a yoga pose challenges traditional public art.

A celebration of Norwegian independence, or public art gone wrong?

Once silenced for being off-key, this bell has found a new voice as an interactive public artwork.

For six months of the year, three giant mirrors direct a pool of sunshine onto this otherwise occluded town.

A collection of birches from across Sweden.

A nightly tradition fills the streets of Flogsta with a collective scream.

Ancient burial grounds of the wealthy.

This mysterious runestone embedded in a church wall is linked to the medieval cult of Saint Erik.

The official meeting point for the oddly named governing assembly of ancient Sweden.

Legend has it this spring formed at the spot where a medieval Swedish king was killed.

A large collection of ancient runestones decorates this university courtyard.

The second oldest anatomical theater is housed in a museum of curiosities.

A rare rune stone dedicated to a woman.

Uppsala's adorable feline sign celebrates a popular children's book set in the Swedish city.

A large statue of Pope Gregory XIII in Bologna was disguised as Saint Petronius to avoid destruction.

The remains of an ancient Roman city are hidden underneath Bologna's beautiful public library.