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 Festival of
The historical festival "Legends of the Norwegian Vikings" in St. Petersburg, May 14-15
Within the framework of the Days of Norway (May 14 - 26) in St. Petersburg, on May 14 - 15 the historical festival "Legends of the Norwegian Vikings will take place on the territory of the Peter and Paul Fortress "

The Viking Age is part of the historical and ku turnogo heritage of Norway. In Norway there are two most famous museums of Vikings in the Haugesund region and the Lofotr Museum in the Lofoten Islands in Northern Norway, where artifacts from that era are collected. The unique museum of the ancient Viking ships is located in the Norwegian capital Oslo

The culture of the ancient Vikings, fanned by military glory, maritime romance and mythology, born in the severe Norwegian fjords, attracts interest from many people around the world . Tourism Board at the Consulate General Kingdom of Norway is pleased to present the best Russian military historical clubs of the Vikings from St. Petersburg, Moscow, Novgorod, Pskov, Yelets, who during the Festival will land their squads on the shore of the Peter and Paul Fortress . Residents of St. Petersburg ha and the guests of the city will have a unique opportunity to immerse themselves for 1000 years into the centuries, to feel all the diversity and originality of that time . In the village of Vikings, which has developed on more than 150 inhabitants, you can see life and life of Norwegians of the early Middle Ages, get acquainted with various crafts , learn how weapons and jewelry were made, open the veil of secrets of your fate in fortune telling . You can taste an ancient Viking drink and see how in the old days we cooked cheese, and, of course, try real n Norwegian cheese Gudbransdalen and Jarlsberg, cooked according to unique old Norwegian recipes .

The program of military historical reconstruction will include large-scale demonstration battles, competitions and fun for Vikings. Here everyone will be a welcome guest, and will be able to take a direct part in the life of the village. A special program awaits children. Well, those who want to test their strength and join the detachment of the Varangians are waiting for the real test and deserved reward. Everyone can become a Viking on the holiday.

May 13, 2010
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