Norwegian-Scenery.com

Norwegian culture: festivities, folk tales and food

"On the seven seas and in harbours throughout the world, Christmas trees are set up on the mastheads of Norwegian ships when Christmas approaches." The excellent essays on Norwegian-Scenery.com cover everything from the festive season to "Trends in Norwegian contemporary literature" to Norwegian folk art to food.

The food section tells you how to cook Ocean, Buffet, Meat, Sweets and Children. Children? Actually this is a cooking section for kids on how to make simpler things like buns and fish pie, as opposed to more complex recipes such as Arctic fish soup, or herb-cured elk filets, which are found elsewhere. Then delve into " Norway 's Liberation", which covers the whys and the wherefores of the Monarchy, polar explorers, and telemarking.

Under "Culture and Science", the site discusses the structure and nature of folktales, exploring characters such as the Three Billy Goats Gruff. Popular storytelling is a vital part of this culture and knowing the history and mystery behind the stories will undoubtedly bring those trolls, princesses and gods to life. Luckily for the good guys in the tales, "there is always a happy ending".

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