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“An enjoyable trip”: Gokstad shipbuilders sail Viking ship to retrieve giant oak trees
The Oseberg Viking Heritage Foundation shipbuilding team enjoyed the perfect Sunday outing.1 month ago — News -
Harbor sites of the Viking world: Kaupang, Paviken, and beyond
Behind every Viking raid, trade expedition, or settlement voyage lay a plethora of harbors that made these seaward journeys possible. We look at some of the best examples of these bustling hubs that were the economic backbone of the Viking world.8 months ago — History -
Kaupang: Norway's first Viking marketplace
Believed to be Norway's first market town, Kaupang served as a hub for trade, commerce, and cultural exchange throughout the Viking Age (c. 750 – 1100), making it one of the most important urban settlements in the Viking homelands of Scandinavia.2 years ago — Trade
