Language and culture

Famous Vikings you should know about

You probably already know a bit about the Vikings and their reputation for blood-thirsty skirmishes and raids around the Scandinavian…

Thanks to the Marvel and Disney movies, you’ve probably heard of Thor and Loki, but what do you know about…

A Scandinavian superfood, the cloudberry is a much sought-after delicacy in the Nordic countries – so much so that “cloudberry…

You’ve probably heard of Stockholm syndrome – and if not, check out our comprehensive post on the subject! But have…

The Scandinavian countries are often viewed as a model for successful socialism. They seem to combine a generous welfare system…

We all associate dreadlocks with the Rastafarian movement and it’s true that dreads do have a big symbolic significance in…

Giving your child a Swedish name is very popular at the moment. Maybe it conjures up the image of a…

One of the best known symbols of ancient Norse mythology, the Valkyrie symbol is a sign of female power and…

Choosing a Viking name for your baby boy is very on trend at the moment. If you want a name…

Are you looking for an unusual name for your newborn baby, that’s a bit different and suggests strength and an…