Many Norwegians know what they are doing when they pick wild mushrooms. This knowledge is passed down the family during mushroom hunting trips. The hard-core mushroom hunters go into the mountain wilderness for days to get the best finds.
Reindeer herding is more than just an occupation, it is a way of life and an integral part of the Sami culture and identity.
The No Siesta, Fiesta! festival have two pre-opening exhibitions: “Connection” and “Samuel Casal”. “Connection” – Michel de Carvalho Diniz, Kurant, 28.februar – 11.mars The versatile Brazilian, Michel Diniz de Carvalho, is a resident in Harstad, Norway. He works as an artist, graphic designer and photographer. At the festival he has a new exhibition in the [...]
Many English words actually come from old Norse language – brought by Vikings to England in medieval times. Here are some words you have probably uttered without realising you are speaking Norwegian!
Norwegian houses are very charming with their wooden panels and slate roofing. It is typical for a house to be painted a strong colour such as red, blue or yellow, but white is the most popular.
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In Norway, there are still Lefse recipes around from the 1630s! This is supposedly the traditional and original Hardanger recipe used:
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This custom is based on a spiritual commitment.
Is it hard to get a job in Norway?
Aursfjord is a branch of Malangen Fjord in Balsfjord.