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Harald Fairhair's triumph: Uniting Norway at the Battle of Hafrsfjord
How does the story of modern Norway trace its roots to a Viking battle that may be only semi-legendary?2 years ago — History -
Wooden ship fragment found in Oslo dated to the Viking Age
The find, made by NIKU archeologists near the ancient harbor area at Bjørvika, supports the idea that Oslo was already an important settlement in the Viking Age.2 years ago — News -
Norwegian wood: A deep dive into Borgund Stave Church
Though abandoned as a practicing church in 1868, the Borgund Stave Church has entered the Norwegian consciousness as a national treasure and architectural wonder. Here's everything you need to know about this almost millennium-old holy construction.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Kaupang: Norway's first Viking marketplace
Believed to be Norway's first market town, Kaupang served as a hub for trade, commerce, and cultural exchange throughout the Viking Age (c. 750 – 1100), making it one of the most important urban settlements in the Viking homelands of Scandinavia.2 years ago — Trade -
Halfdan the Black and the dawn of medieval Norway
Before Norway was a unified kingdom under one ruler, it was divided into several petty kingdoms for much of the early medieval era. In this time, where historical records are scarce, but sagas, myths, and legends flourish, Halfdan the Black, a petty king of Vestfold, is said to have thrived.2 years ago — History -
Who was Sverre Sigurdsson, the excommunicated King who reformed Medieval Norway?
Historians have labeled him as one of the most consequential and important kings in Norwegian history. However, ask most Norwegians today, and they’ll struggle to tell you much about King Sverre Sigurdsson.3 years ago — History
