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Bergenhus Fortress is one of the oldest and best-preserved stone fortresses in Norway, commanding the entrance to Bergen harbour. Its grounds include Håkon's Hall and Rosenkrantz Tower, and the site has served as a royal residence, military stronghold, and government seat for over 800 years.
King Øystein Magnusson built the first royal hall here around 1110. The fortress was expanded under King Håkon Håkonsson in the 13th century and further fortified during the Renaissance. It suffered heavy damage from a 1944 explosion when a German ammunition ship detonated in the harbour, but was carefully restored.