Greenland in Art Ships and Boats
Sailing in Greenland during the old days, referring to the Viking era (around 10th-15th centuries), involved navigating challenging Arctic waters with relatively basic ships and relying heavily on favorable weather conditions. The Vikings, known as Norsemen, established settlements in Greenland during a period of warmer climate.
Later, Inuit sailing in Greenland involved versatile skin boats like kayaks and umiaqs, crucial for hunting, fishing, and transportation across icy waters. These vessels were central to their survival and way of life in the Arctic environment. Kayaks are smaller, one-person boats, ideal for hunting seals and other marine life in coastal waters and narrow fjords. The hunter wears a special watertight anorak fitted to the boat and around his face so that he can capsize with taking in water, and he has learnt from childhood to righten the kayak again to avoid drowning. The umiaq is a larger boat perhaps copied from the Norse fjordboat.
After them came whalers, Danish supply ships and scientific expeditions.
Sailing is an essential part of the Greenlandic culture, as the sea route was simply the only way to get from one place to another in most areas during summer. The incredible nature of Greenland makes sailing cruises an unforgettable experience. While you sail around giant icebergs there is time to enjoy the scenic views of beautiful fjords and bays. And with a bit of luck, you will be accompanied by whales on your sailing trip.
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Later, Inuit sailing in Greenland involved versatile skin boats like kayaks and umiaqs, crucial for hunting, fishing, and transportation across icy waters. These vessels were central to their survival and way of life in the Arctic environment. Kayaks are smaller, one-person boats, ideal for hunting seals and other marine life in coastal waters and narrow fjords. The hunter wears a special watertight anorak fitted to the boat and around his face so that he can capsize with taking in water, and he has learnt from childhood to righten the kayak again to avoid drowning. The umiaq is a larger boat perhaps copied from the Norse fjordboat.
After them came whalers, Danish supply ships and scientific expeditions.
Sailing is an essential part of the Greenlandic culture, as the sea route was simply the only way to get from one place to another in most areas during summer. The incredible nature of Greenland makes sailing cruises an unforgettable experience. While you sail around giant icebergs there is time to enjoy the scenic views of beautiful fjords and bays. And with a bit of luck, you will be accompanied by whales on your sailing trip.
Greenland in Art Ships and Boats
Sailing in Greenland during the old days, referring to the Viking era (around 10th-15th centuries), involved navigating challenging Arctic waters with relatively basic ships and relying heavily on favorable weather conditions. The Vikings, known as Norsemen, established settlements in Greenland during a period of warmer climate.
Later, Inuit sailing in Greenland involved versatile skin boats like kayaks and umiaqs, crucial for hunting, fishing, and transportation across icy waters. These vessels were central to their survival and way of life in the Arctic environment. Kayaks are smaller, one-person boats, ideal for hunting seals and other marine life in coastal waters and narrow fjords. The hunter wears a special watertight anorak fitted to the boat and around his face so that he can capsize with taking in water, and he has learnt from childhood to righten the kayak again to avoid drowning. The umiaq is a larger boat perhaps copied from the Norse fjordboat.
After them came whalers, Danish supply ships and scientific expeditions.
Sailing is an essential part of the Greenlandic culture, as the sea route was simply the only way to get from one place to another in most areas during summer. The incredible nature of Greenland makes sailing cruises an unforgettable experience. While you sail around giant icebergs there is time to enjoy the scenic views of beautiful fjords and bays. And with a bit of luck, you will be accompanied by whales on your sailing trip.
Later, Inuit sailing in Greenland involved versatile skin boats like kayaks and umiaqs, crucial for hunting, fishing, and transportation across icy waters. These vessels were central to their survival and way of life in the Arctic environment. Kayaks are smaller, one-person boats, ideal for hunting seals and other marine life in coastal waters and narrow fjords. The hunter wears a special watertight anorak fitted to the boat and around his face so that he can capsize with taking in water, and he has learnt from childhood to righten the kayak again to avoid drowning. The umiaq is a larger boat perhaps copied from the Norse fjordboat.
After them came whalers, Danish supply ships and scientific expeditions.
Sailing is an essential part of the Greenlandic culture, as the sea route was simply the only way to get from one place to another in most areas during summer. The incredible nature of Greenland makes sailing cruises an unforgettable experience. While you sail around giant icebergs there is time to enjoy the scenic views of beautiful fjords and bays. And with a bit of luck, you will be accompanied by whales on your sailing trip.
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| ISBN-13: | 9787073819432 |
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| Publisher: | MissysClan |
| Publication date: | 07/03/2025 |
| Pages: | 76 |
| Product dimensions: | 8.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.31(d) |
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