Art in Scandinavia
Memphis Mansion Randers | A copy of Graceland in Denmark Most of you have probably heard of Graceland. The iconic mansion located in Memphis, Tennessee, once belonged to Elvis Presley and is now a hugely successful tourist attraction. Did you know, however, that a Danish Graceland exists in Randers? Memphis Mansion Randers is exactly that. …
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Stockholm is rich in art and culture. But because of the prestigious Swedish royal family, the country’s capital city has built its reputation on impressive royal palaces and sites. Visiting cheap or free museums in Stockholm is an excellent way to spend time in the capital of Sweden. You can see them all and experience …
The free museums in Copenhagen are often the product of local history. There is little to no admission fee for most museums in Copenhagen. Some museums are free or have minimal costs. Many have free guided tours. In any case, it’s easy to admire fine artwork in the capital of Denmark with a minimum or …
The Viking Museum in Stockholm, Sweden, is a cool modern museum that opened in 2016. It tells the story of the Scandinavian Vikings and their culture. This museum is a great place to learn about the seafaring people who lived in Scandinavia, including Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. The museum holds more than 3000 original objects …
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Oslo is a city with a rich cultural history and many beautiful museums to explore. Oslo’s museums are of great historical value, which makes them worth visiting for the stories they tell. But at first glance, visiting a museum in Oslo seems intimidating if you are on a budget. Many museums in Oslo have free …
Isn’t it about time you start watching some Scandinavian TV shows? Scandinavia is where all the cool kids live, with their social welfare, incredible economies, and ability to produce high-quality budget-priced clothing. If you’re partial to your Noirs, crime procedurals, teen dramas, or dark comedies and haven’t yet explored the Scandinavian offshoot of this genre, …
Scandinavian art is a term used to describe Scandinavia’s visual arts and crafts. Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, the three Scandinavian countries, share cultural heritage and separate artistic traditions. The history of Scandinavian art has been influenced by the availability of natural resources (such as rock and wood) and the region’s climate. The Sami people are …
What do people think of when they hear the words “Nordic Noir?” The crisp, cool air. The red rooftops. The brooding sun that sets seemingly forever. The dark forests. The endless daylight in summer. Beautiful landscapes and idyllic cities to explore. These are some things that come to mind when I think about Nordic Noir …
Are you visiting Denmark? Do you want to learn more about Viking history? As you probably know already, the Vikings originated from the Scandinavian countries, Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. While all countries have their unique beauty, for Viking culture enthusiasts, it’s easy to miss out on the numerous Viking sites to visit. Denmark, however, stands …
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