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Secrets of the Ice uncover possible Viking Age cloth fragment
The glacial archeologists are currently investigating the Lendbreen Pass, a popular route across the mountains during the Viking Age.1 year ago — News -
Remains of a Viking ship burial discovered in Norwegian field
The find at Jarlsberg Manor in southwest Norway could be the burial site of Harald Fairhair's son.2 years ago — News -
Eidsborg Stave Church: Nearly 800 years of history and worship
The Eidsborg Stave Church, a historic gem dating back to the 13th century, is not only a site of religious piety, worship, and wonder but also Norway's best-preserved wooden church. Here, we provide all the essential information about this iconic piece of heavenly architecture.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Archaeologist sheds light on Viking artifacts Norwegian family found in their yard
It's a metal detectorist's dream – while looking for his mother's gold ring on Jomfruland, local resident hit upon two rare items from the Viking Age. But how does this discovery alter the Norwegian perception of Jomfruland as a holiday retreat of only modest historical interest?2 years ago — News -
Arrows point to further amazing discoveries in Norway by the Secrets of the Ice team
A chance find by a random hiker and another discovery nearby from the Secrets of the Ice team are the latest of this summer’s record haul of historic artifacts!2 years ago — News -
Norwegian mountain reveals horse bridle linked to Viking times
It's been another amazing summer for the team at Secrets of the Ice, the pioneering glacial archeologists who have long been surveying an inhospitable area nearly 2,000 meters high. This year's prime find? A horse bridle, evidence of human and animal traffic here from over a thousand years ago.2 years ago — News -
Norwegian E6 motorway reveals ancient gold motifs near Oslo
Dating back to the start of the Viking Age and earlier, the ritualistic or mythical gullgubber are rare finds in Norway.2 years ago — News