Learn about religion in Norway, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.

This Norse folktale seems to be based on the myth about Thor's belt of strength. Here, in a much later version, a boy uses the blue belt he finds to outwit a troll.

The language of Norway is introduced through simple vocabulary and phrases. Challenge recognition and understanding through online games.

An image of "Waterfall in Norway", created by Jacob Isaackszon Van Ruisdael from 1668-72 (Oil on canvas, 108 x 143 cm).

Bryggen, the old wharf of Bergen, is a reminder of the town’s importance as part of the Hanseatic League’s trading empire from the 14th to the mid-16th century. Many fires, the last in 1955, have ravaged the characteristic wooden houses...

Sixteen different versions of the Cinderella fairy tale from around the world. Some of the countries include: Norway, Ireland, Scotland, Italy, Serbia, Denmark, and Vietnam.

This site features the paintings of Edvard Munch as displayed in the Munch Museum and Oslo National Gallery in Oslo, Norway.

An image from terrorist Anders Behring Breivik's online manifesto detailing his plans for his July 22, 2011 terror attack on Norway

Extensive encyclopedia article on Norse mythology, including many eye-catching pictures. Easy to navigate from an outline of the article and a detailed menu of topics on the right side of the screen. Includes discussion of sources,...

PressDisplay offers image captures of entire newspapers from 40 different countries. Select a country, then a newspaper, and view the entire contents of that newspaper online.

A look at the different traditions and ways Christmas is celebrated around the world. Experience Christmas from Australia to Zambia, Italy to China, and many more countries.

Take a look at how and when Christmas is celebrated in many world countries.

Biographies of famous Norwegians from all areas of endeavor from film to world exploration are available from here.

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Norwegians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Sami people in Scandinavia and parts of Russia. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...

Students can explore the cultures of various indigenous peoples around the world, e.g., the Maya of Guatemala, Amazon tribes, the Maori, the Navajo, and the Saami in Norway and Sweden. They will examine what it means to be indigenous and...

A tragic story comes out of Norway of a whale that could not be saved from debris that had been consumed.

World War II (WWII), a global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945 involved more than 100 million people and over 30 countries. The Allied powers - including the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union - worked together...

Modern Norwegian city

The full script of "When We Dead Awaken" is available here in plain text format, making it easy to search for keywords and phrases.

Great place for information on Norse mythology! These articles "Provide a brief introduction to some of the Norse gods and goddesses, as well as a summary of a few of the stories," and pictures depicting the events.

Lesson plan provides the means for students to explore extremist groups. Students will compare and analyze two groups from the past or present to find causes that these groups use to justify hate, violence, and killing. A comparison...

A simple set of notes listing the events occurring at the beginning of World War II and how countries in Europe became involved. A good review.

Scandinavia News gathers the top news stories for and about Scandinavia from a variety of well-renowned sources.