CULTURE & HERITAGE

Greenland

A country dominated by ice, most visitors to Greenland will find themselves initially struck by its remote wildness and cold Arctic climate. But there is so much more to embrace …

Two women wearing traditional Greenlandic national costume in Greenland

Greenlandic national costume

Greenland’s Eskimo ancestors

Aside from the spectacular outdoor experiences which the country is known for, Greenland also has a totally unique culture worthy of exploration. Modern day Greenlanders’ ancestors, the Inuit, arrived in Greenland just over 1000 years ago, but the culture in Greenland is also influenced by European traditions, in particular Scandinavian.

Dog sledging trip in cold snowy winter, Greenland

Dog sledging trip in Greenland

Greenlandic Cultural Experiences

Take time to visit a local museum, go dog sledging with the locals, watch a drum dance, or participate in a ‘Kaffemik’ – a Greenlandic tradition where families open their homes to celebrate.

Tourist looking at views of Qeqertarsuaq, a small town in Greenland in early spring time

Qeqertarsuaq, Greenland

Greenland

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Experience epic scenery and unspoilt wilderness on Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark

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