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Which Norwegian region includes Oslo?
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The city of Oslo, which serves as the national capital of Norway, is located within the geographic region of Østlandet (Eastern Norway).12
This region encompasses the southeastern portion of the country and is characterized by its mountainous terrain, forests, and coastal lowlands along the Oslo Fjord. Østlandet is the most populous of Norway's traditional regions, with a significant concentration of economic and industrial activity centered around the capital.13