Discover Avaldsnes Norway and the historic Avaldsnes Viking Village. Dive into the Viking stronghold as the seat of Norway's Viking kings.
The Vikings came from their homes in Scandinavia, from the countries we now call Norway, Sweden and Denmark. The name Viking comes from the language which is called ‘old Norse'. In Norse Vikings means ‘piracy'. They are also called ‘North men'...
The Norsemen made their mark in northern Europe and beyond. Come with us on a tour of the best-known Viking settlements. Thanks in part to a slew of TV shows, Viking culture has never been
Constructed in the 12th century, Borgund Stave Church has stood the test of time and has remained a cultural landmark for over 800 years.
A country's mythology and folklore provides a window into its culture, society and history. That's especially true in Norway, which has a rich Norse mythology along with plenty of folk tales. Let's dive in! Most
Viking Homelands Cruise Review- 15 days, eight countries, 11 ports, sailing through Scandinavia and the Baltics. The Viking Homelands cruise is all about the destinations. Thanks to the "small ship" design, itineraries feature ports other cruise liners can't offer giving passengers easier access and more time in port.
What's better than buying an authentic souvenir for yourself or a gift for a friend when in Norway? Learn all about the best Norwegian gifts and souvenirs!
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The wrought iron weapon is an extraordinary find
Between Thor's presence in the Marvel movies and the hit History channel show there is a renewed interest in those savage Nordic warriors known collectively as the Vikings.Known for their ingenuity and hardiness as much as their ferocity in combat, the Vikings were a diverse and loosely banded group of clans whose heroes were hardly what you'd call heroic.Have you heard tales about the great Viking hero Erik the Red? Turns out his fellow Vikings saw Erik as too violent.Erik found trouble with his fellow ...
Controversy surrounds one of Norway's most famous ever battles. The stories says Olav Haraldsson, later to become Saint Olav, fell during the conflict.
Norway’s authentic, famed Viking ships now seem unlikely to leave their berths in the Viking Ships Museum on Oslo’s Bygdøy peninsula, following a decision by the board of the University of Oslo to consider alternatives to another location. For years, officials at the university have been urging a move from what they claim is an […]
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The Danish Vikings, also known as Danes, were the most politically organized of the different types of Vikings.
