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The Nordic Origins of Skiing

The Nordic Origins of Skiing

Posted by Gordie Forsberg on Dec 30th 2019

For many people who live in snowy or colder climates, skiing is a popular wintertime sport. But before skiing became primarily a recreational activity and competitive sport, it had a long history as … read more
Danish Wedding Traditions

Danish Wedding Traditions

Posted by Kathi Forsberg on Sep 18th 2019

When it comes to weddings, every culture has different wedding traditions — and Denmark is no different! If you’re curious about other Scandinavian wedding traditions, you can read our pr … read more
Scandinavian Stave Churches

Scandinavian Stave Churches

Posted by Gordie Forsberg on Sep 12th 2019

A common stereotype that comes with Scandinavia is a countryside with a wooden church. But why is Scandinavia filled with wooden churches? Learn more about the history of the wooden church and how th … read more
Swedish Wedding Traditions

Swedish Wedding Traditions

Posted by Kathi Forsberg on Aug 28th 2019

In Scandinavia, some countries share certain wedding traditions while others remain specific to one country. Today, learn more about important Swedish wedding traditions and what you can expect durin … read more
Trolls in Scandinavian Culture

Trolls in Scandinavian Culture

Posted by Gordie Forsberg on Aug 21st 2019

Scandinavian gifts often feature one iconic figure above all others: the troll. Rooted in centuries of Norse mythology and folklore, trolls remain one of the most recognizable symbols of Scandinavian … read more