Sami Week in Tromsø happens around early February every year. The International Day of the Sami People is celebrated on the 6th of February. There are seminars and meetings in connection with Tromsø university and the City Council that discuss the Sami culture. Concerts by Sami artists are held as well as exhibitions around town. [...]
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 Sami Easter festival has something for everyone. Not only can you get up close and personal with the reindeer but there is a whole array of activities that showcase Sami life and culture. The festival also includes the Reindeer Racing World Cup, the Sami Film Festival (which is held in an ice-cinema), the Sami [...]
Today herding reindeer is synonymous with the Sami culture. It is recently thought that the Vikings were the first people to herd reindeer.
This season we will be bringing you selections of her recipes and cooking tips. Some are bizarre, others are hilarious, some are considered forgotten works of genius, and others have become standard festival meals in Norway.
Norwegians love their mountainous nature so much they spend whatever time they can in it – for recreation, fitness, hunting or just family time.
The sun never goes down during this season but the mountains to the East are so high that the sun still has to raise above them in the morning hours and an artificial dawn-effect wakes the city.
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 dogs were born with a purpose. They were bred to be hunting dogs, herding dogs and farm dogs.
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A traditional Advent Calendar is made with an orange and cloves.