Islamic art historians and archaeologists are calling into question a Swedish medieval textile expert’s claim that the word “Allah” has been found on a 10th century Viking funeral garment discovered ...

A Viking burial site from the 10th century has been excavated in central Denmark. Consisting of 30 graves, the area was uncovered by chance in the village of Lisbjerg five miles north of Aarhus, the ...

Collaged images of (l.) a tablet woven band and (r.) a mirrored image of what is claimed to be the word “Allah” appearing in Viking Age patterns found in Birka, Sweden (both photographs by Annika ...

The Vikings are conquering new territory once more: in the Danish city of Aarhus, where plans are afoot for a new Viking museum; in Roskilde, Denmark, where construction is to begin on a new home for ...

Viking art lovers may also enjoy painting classes in Rio De Janeiro. Here they can visit local artists in their studios and watch hand-made creations come to life. Viking has a global reach, so it can ...

What you need to knowThe British Museum's new Vikings: Life and Legend exhibition is a fascinating insight into a culture that still has the capacity to awe, say critics. The exhibition, focusing on ...