Holmenkollen
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For the ski jump and skiing arena, see Holmenkollen ski jump.
Holmenkollen is a hilly area in the outskirts of Norway's capital Oslo (within the city's area proper). The area has been a ski recreation area since the late 19th century, with its famous, eponymous, ski jump arena hosting competitions since 1892.
The area is located within the Oslo borough of Vestre Aker, and borders Marka, the large woodlands located within the Oslo city borders.
On the night of 22 August 1992, Holmenkollen Chapell was torched by Varg Vikernes, Øystein Aarseth and Bård Faust. (Lords of Chaos, p. 112) It was rebuilt and reopened in 1996.
The area is served by the suburban railway Holmenkollbanen, officially part of the Oslo T-bane system. Stations are:
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