Østensjø () is a
borough
A borough is an administrative division in various English language, English-speaking countries. In principle, the term ''borough'' designates a self-governing walled town, although in practice, official use of the term varies widely.
History
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of the city of
Oslo
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,
Norway
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.
The borough is in the southeastern part of Oslo. It is well known for its proximity to the forested area of
Østmarka, a popular resort and hiking area for the citizens of Oslo and
Lørenskog
is a Municipalities of Norway, municipality in Akershus Counties of Norway, county, Norway. A suburb of Oslo, it is part of the Oslo urban area and the Districts of Norway, traditional region of Romerike. The administrative centre of the municipa ...
. Østensjø consists of the suburbs of
Bøler,
Abildsø,
Bogerud,
Skullerud,
Ulsrud,
Hellerud,
Trasop,
Oppsal and
Manglerud, all located around Lake
Østensjøvannet. The Østensjøvannet area has been a protected wildlife reserve since 1992.
Østensjø has traditionally been a
Norwegian middle and working class borough, compared to the more
immigrant
populated boroughs in
Oslo East End, like
Alna,
Grorud,
Stovner and
Søndre Nordstrand.
The club
IL Manglerud Star which is known for
ice hockey
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and
football
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is located here.
References
Boroughs of Oslo
Working class in Europe
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