Language and culture

What is Sweden famous for?

You probably know all about Abba, Ikea and meatballs. But what else is Sweden famous for, and what should you…

Norwegian last names have a fascinating history. They can tell a story about a person’s ancestors, where they came from…

Like fika, sweating away life’s problems in a baking-hot sauna is an essential part of the Swedish experience. And the…

You may know that Norwegian is spoken in Norway, but do you know which other languages Norwegians speak? And where…

Whether or not you believe in aliens, it can be fun to entertain the idea of the vastness of the…

Viking swords often appear in TV shows and movies. But just how important was the sword for the Vikings, and…

You may know of Heimdall from the Marvel movies or comics, but depictions can sometimes vary between the original Norse…

You probably know that Danish is the national language of Denmark. But the Danish language is also spoken in other…

Interested in Danish last names and their meanings? Or maybe you just want to discover some cool Danish surnames that…

You may know Scandinavian trolls as the helpful creatures from Frozen, who heal Anna when she is injured, or the…