Østensjø
Østensjø ([ˈœ̂sːtn̩ʂøː] (
Bydel Østensjø | |
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| Coordinates: 59°53′20″N 10°50′01″E | |
| Country | Norway |
| City | Oslo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 12.24 km2 (4.73 sq mi) |
| Population (2020[1]) | |
| • Total | 50,806 |
| • Density | 4,151/km2 (10,750/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| ISO 3166 code | NO-030113 |
| Website | bydel-ostensjo.oslo.kommune.no |
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. Østensjø consists of the suburbs of Bøler, Oppsal and Manglerud, all located around Lake Østensjøvannet. The Østensjøvannet area has been a protected wildlife reserve since 1992.
Østensjø has traditionally been a white middle and working class borough.
The club IL Manglerud Star which is known for ice hockey and football is located here.
References
- Municipality of Oslo (2020). "Befolkningen etter bydel, kjønn og aldersgrupper 1.1.2020" (in Norwegian). Retrieved 29 April 2020.
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