Viken
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Viken (English: the bay) is a historical district surrounding the Oslofjord in southeastern Norway. The cultural hub is centred in Oslo, but the capital of the region was formerly at Borre. It comprises the historical provinces of Vestfold, Østfold, Ranrike, Vingulmark and Båhuslen. During the European Migration Period, this was a heavily fortified area.
In modern usage, the term Viken has been revitalized as a description for the district around the Oslofjord, especially the inner bay around Oslo, including Asker, Bærum, and Oslo. Vingulmark would historically have been a more precise name.
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