In Norse mythology, there are dozens of major gods and many other lesser deities that are mentioned in ancient Scandinavian literature. Oral traditions and Old Norse texts from Iceland have passed...

Many people have heard the word "hygge" and may even associate it with Scandinavia. They may see hygge depicted with a person reading a book and drinking a cup of coffee. Sometimes it's associated...

The Vikings were Norse people who have a rich and fascinating history. With roots primarily in southern Scandinavia, they raided some countries, and traded with others, in order to build wealth and...

The Viking era may be the most well-known period of Scandinavian history because so many people are interested in the Norse raiders from Northern Europe. But where did the Vikings come from? Were...

Scandinavia is the name of a group of countries that includes Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. The broader use of the name also encompasses Finland, Iceland, and The Faroe Islands. Since the name...

Were the Vikings unusually big people? Many people are curious about the Vikings due in part to how they are depicted in popular culture in the 21st century. Modern stories often depict Vikings as...