When we think of Norway, Vikings often spring to mind. The Vikings were Norway’s Nordic ancestors, seafaring warriors who raided other countries until 1066, when King Harold defeated Harald Hardrada.

Norway's melting glaciers are revealing objects from the Stone Age, the Iron Age, and the medieval era. Some ancient artifacts are mysteries, but they still indicate trade routes through the mountains ...

Travel often begins with a map, but sometimes it begins with a mound of earth. On a quiet island along Norway’s rugged coastline, archaeologists recently uncovered evidence of an ancient ship burial ...

With historic landmarks like Akershus Fortress and some of Scandinavia’s most intriguing museums, Oslo is steeped in rich history that makes Norway’s capital the ideal destination for those eager to ...

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A massive site for ancient rock art in Norway, containing thousands of carvings and one of the most extensive and significant in northern Europe, is under threat from nearby industrial development, ...

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A "very rare" ancient gold coin found recently in the mountains of central Norway could be lost cash that once belonged to an early monarch, according to Norwegian officials. The gold coin was ...