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...

The countries in the region of Scandinavia are some of the least populated nations in the world. The countries that traditionally make up "Scandinavia," which include Norway, Sweden, and Denmark,...

Interest in the ancient Norse belief system of Scandinavia is rising in the twenty-first century. Many people are generally aware that it was the religion of the Vikings, and most have probably...

The stereotypical image of a Viking is that they had white or light-colored skin and blonde, or sometimes brown, hair. But did all of the Vikings look like that? Were there any black Vikings who...