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Apr 8, 2015 · Photo: Peter Isotalo/Wikicommons. Scotland and Sweden may be separated by sea, but they have a lot more in common than you might think. After The Local's spoof video on a fake language link last week, we're taking a look at some of the real and striking similarities between the two nations.
- Sophie Inge
- sophie.inge@thelocal.com
Scandinavian Scotland was the period from the 8th to the 15th centuries during which Vikings and Norse settlers, mainly Norwegians and to a lesser extent other Scandinavians, and their descendants colonised parts of what is now the periphery of modern Scotland.
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Leave a Comment / Nordic countries, Scandinavia / By True Scandinavia. Nestled in the rugged landscapes of the North Atlantic, Scotland’s history is a tapestry woven with tales of clans, castles, and a rich cultural heritage. However, beneath the layers of its well-known Celtic roots lies an intriguing question: Is Scotland Scandinavian?
Our Culture. Scottish Traditions. Scotland has been handing down its traditions for close to a thousand years now, since the earliest days of the clans in the 12th century. However, Scottish traditions are not something sterile under glass and steel in a cold museum.
Sep 27, 2016 · The five most common ones are Easter, the Swedish National Day, midsummer, the crayfish party and Christmas. More about Swedish culture. Påsk , easter. Swedish Easter traditions – (photo credit: Lena Granefelt/imagebank.sweden.se) When: March/April. Why: Celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. What’s special in Sweden:
Dec 8, 2011 · 8 December 2011. Comments. By Jon Kelly. BBC News Magazine. The Scottish government is exploring closer links with Nordic nations in the event of independence, reports have suggested. But just...
Who are we? – A friendly mix of people in Scotland who are interested in Sweden, Swedish culture, traditions and the Swedish language. What do we do? – We offer our members Swedish traditions, Swedish music, food, new and traditional literature, Swedish language classes, as well as many other events with a Swedish focus. When?
