Viking History
Viking Longships, Legendary World of Viking Longships
Viking ships have become an iconic symbol of the Viking Age, and with good reason. Although, you may know them as Long Ships Viking ships were incredibly advanced for their time, allowing Viking warriors to travel across Europe and even...
What did the Vikings do for fun?
Vikings were a hardy people who lived a life of adventure and exploration. But they were also a people who knew how to have fun. Vikings were known for their love of games and sports. They enjoyed a variety of...
In recent years, Vikings have become a popular topic of interest due to the success of the television series Vikings and the numerous books, movies, and games that have come out in recent years. One of the most interesting aspects...
You all know that our fellow Vikings had some Epic, fascinating and questionable quotes right? We’ve added our top 10 Viking quotes what’s sure to raise smiles, and encourage your inner Viking virtues! The best Viking quotes lead you to wiser...
Viking Tattoos, Norse Mythology, Thor, the Valknut, and the Rune Stones
Viking tattoos have become increasingly popular in recent years, as people have become more interested in the rich history and culture of the Vikings. These tattoos are often inspired by the symbols and images that were important to the Vikings,...
Viking Religion: Understanding the Old Norse Religion and Its Importance in Viking Culture The Vikings are known for their fierce warrior spirit, their love for exploration and their unique culture. But did you know that the Vikings also had their...
Art in the Viking Age is a collective term for the artistic styles that flourished in the Nordic countries and the areas of northern Europe where the Vikings settled from the end of the 8th century to around 1100...
Viking Music, Viking Instruments & Old Norse Music
Although, the written sources and archaeological evidence supporting the existence, nature and function of music in the Viking Age are very limited. After the conversion to Christianity, the records and evidences left are clearer, and it is likely that music was...
Viking Art Styles, Viking Crystals, Viking Watches
The prominent and historical characteristics of Scandinavian art in the Viking period is either of cultural and religious origin or purely ornamental. In fact, in the majority of cases, Viking art is expressed in the decoration of everyday objects, reflecting...