The Storting, or Norwegian Parliament, was established on may 17, 1814, the day of adoption of the Constitution, which is the main national holiday of Norway.

The building, which houses the Parliament, is located opposite the Royal Palace and has a round shape with wings on the sides. It was built in neo-Romanesque style in 1866 by Swedish architect E. Langlet. Interesting is the fact that his project was not considered during the official competition, even the winners were chosen. However, the drawings of Langlet so hit the spot to the Commission that in the end he was awarded the victory. Construction took 5 years and was completed in 1866.

Guard the Storting sculpture of two lions, made by the talented prisoner of the Akershus fortress - Christopher Borja. He was sentenced to death, however, this work has saved his life – he was pardoned.

Currently in the Norwegian Parliament meets 169 deputies, representatives of 7 political parties. The largest number of seats in the Storting-the Social-democratic labour party, which occupies a leading position since 1927, which suggests that its ideology is fully consistent with the view of the Norwegian people about harmony and justice.

In the Storting organises excursions with a guide. Admission is free.