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What to expect
The Varanger Sami Museum is a museum that showcases the history and culture of the Sami people, with a focus on the coastal Sami. The museum's main building, which was erected in 1994, features an interesting architecture based on traditional Sami house building traditions. The museum's exhibitions include the main exhibition 'The Coastal Sami', the children's play room 'Stallobiedju' (The lair of Stallo), and temporary exhibitions on art, photography, and handicraft. The museum also functions as a community centre, hosting various cultural events throughout the year. Visitors can learn about the prehistory of the area, including the Stone Age periods, Sami faith and mythology, and the primary economies of reindeer herding, fishing, and animal husbandry. The museum's location in Varangerbotn, Finnmark, offers a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Varanger Fjord and the surrounding landscape
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Road to Bodo
Activities: We spent a day discovering several Sami museums. We met a young Sami girl who spoke about her grandmother, her life, her customs, and her traditional cuisine. She introduced us to the 8 seasons of the Sami calendar and the work of nomadic herders. She initiated us to the lasso and invited us to a "tipi" where we continued to discuss
Highlights: It was a very enriching and instructive day. We learned about the Sami culture. The kids were fascinated by the stories and traditions. "Passionnant." ✨