Sentrum, Oslo
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Sentrum, meaning city-centre, is located on the southeast side of Oslo near the inner Oslofjord.
Bydel Sentrum | |
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Country | Norway |
City | Oslo |
Area | |
• Total | 1.8 km2 (0.7 sq mi) |
Population (2020[1]) | |
• Total | 1,471 |
• Density | 817/km2 (2,120/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
ISO 3166 code | NO-030116 |
Website | oslo.kommune.no |
The district is dominated by high rises like Postgirobygget and The Plaza. Oslo's Central Station is located on the eastern side of the borough. Sentrum consists of Bjørvika which has a history as Oslo's main harbour. The area is now being rebuilt with modern high rises consisting of the Barcode and also several student apartments, schools and museums. Sentrum is not a borough with an administration. It is partially administered by St. Hanshaugen, and in part directly by the city council. The borough St. Hanshaugen takes care of health and social services.