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Abstract painting of a Viking wedding.

The Ultimate Guide to a Viking Wedding

Beyond the TV show Vikings, Viking weddings were intricately planned occasions. From financial negotiations to morning-gift exchanges, these elaborate events surpassed popular portrayals, offering a glimpse into the richness of Norse culture.


Abstract painting of Hoba Meteorite.

Hoba, the Meteorite that Skipped Through Space

Nestled within Namibia’s Grootfontein, on the enchanting Hoba West farm, rests a colossal rock exceeding 60 tonnes. Unearthed by a vigilant farmer in 1920, the remarkable Hoba meteorite reigns supreme as the grandest monolith, a testament to Earth’s encounter with the cosmos.


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