When we think of Norway, Vikings often spring to mind. The Vikings were Norway’s Nordic ancestors, seafaring warriors who raided other countries until 1066, when King Harold defeated Harald Hardrada.

In Bergen, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Bryggen where you can meander between colourful wooden buildings dating back to the 12th century (Getty) Norway’s compelling past is etched into its ...

A replica of the Oseberg ship, which was discovered in Vestfold, Norway. The Viking Age is arguably the most storied part of Norway’s history, and there are few better places to see it than the county ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. NORWAY — If the buildings on Norway’s historic Main Street could talk, they ...

This year, Norway’s historic coastal ferry is finally back in full daily operation after the disruption caused by the pandemic and delays to new vessels. It also marks the 130th anniversary of the ...

The Vikings were not the first people in Norway to build monumental ship burial mounds. New research shows that ships were being buried beneath great piles of earth at least 100 years before the ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. The Freeland Howe Insurance Agency, circa 1900 is one of the stops on the ...