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The sustainable magic of Icelandic turf houses
Turf houses were crucial to the survival of the early settlers in Iceland and have continued to provide warmth and protection ever since.1 year ago — News -
Lejre Land of Legends gearing up for 60th birthday celebrations
The Danish site is home to living history, experimental archeology, and the magnificent King's Hall.1 year ago — News -
The story of Gol Stave Church: A royal rescue and relocation
Nowadays nestled in a cultural museum in a leafy neighborhood of Oslo, the Gol Stave Church has a history that spans back almost a millennium. We delve into the tale of one of Norway’s most iconic buildings.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Discover the late medieval charm of Norway’s Grip Stave Church
One of the most recent examples of a stave church is perched on an island adrift from the west coast of Norway. The Grip Stave Church, built in the 15th century, is surely one of the most picturesque, with a storied history to match its aesthetic charm.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
How a Viking chieftain and a modern dentist shaped the story of Garmo Stave Church
The next on our list of deep dives into those medieval wonders that are stave churches is the one in Garmo. Or is it in Garmo? Despite its ancient origins, it is now part of one of the most visited tourist attractions in Norway.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Exploring Flesberg Stave Church: A medieval and modern marvel
Lying about 100 km (about 62 miles) west of Oslo is the bucolic village of Flesberg. Despite having only a few thousand inhabitants, this small village houses a true architectural gem, one of the most striking examples of a stave church.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
From ashes to glory: The story of Fantoft Stave Church
What does a mid-12th-century Viking church have to do with the birth of the black metal scene in Norway?2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Eidsborg Stave Church: Nearly 800 years of history and worship
The Eidsborg Stave Church, a historic gem dating back to the 13th century, is not only a site of religious piety, worship, and wonder but also Norway's best-preserved wooden church. Here, we provide all the essential information about this iconic piece of heavenly architecture.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Norwegian wood: A deep dive into Borgund Stave Church
Though abandoned as a practicing church in 1868, the Borgund Stave Church has entered the Norwegian consciousness as a national treasure and architectural wonder. Here's everything you need to know about this almost millennium-old holy construction.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Exploring the revival of Viking-inspired design in Scandinavian architecture
Dotted throughout the modern Scandinavian capital cities of Copenhagen, Oslo, and Stockholm are buildings and houses designed with a curious mix of old and new, modern and medieval.2 years ago — Scandinavia
