The Sagastad building and the King. Sagastad lets visitors explore and learn about the Viking Age and the Myklebust ship using modern technology. Illustration: Francisco photography
Attraction of the Month, Norway
Exploring the Viking Age through modern technology The history of Norway throughout the ages is a rich and colourful tapestry, with events and traditions that have had a huge impact reaching far beyond the country’s own borders. The Vikings brought Norwegian and Scandinavian traditions and people to the world, then brought foreign traditions and people back home, and changed the course of world history as a result.
them surprisingly well-kept after centuries in the ground. Quite a few excavated ships, items and artefacts can be seen in museums
By Alyssa Nilsen
They might be known for their appearance, their ruthlessness in battle and raids, for their berserkers and warriors and for their kings and earls, but equally important were their trade, religion, art, politics and handy-work. Ships, jewellery, detailed weapons, clothes, leather and artefacts make up some of 122 | Issue 124 | May 2019
the treasures that would all have been lost in time, had it not been for the Vikings’ burial traditions. Kings, earls and other important or powerful people were buried with their ships, assuring them a safe and worthy journey to Valhalla. They were buried along with their belongings and assets, many of
Drone picture of the building. Photo: Thomas Bjørlo