March
20
/ 2026
In the frigid waters of western Norway, marine archaeologists have uncovered a remarkable piece of history: a massive, man-made belt of stones lying on the seabed. This ancient structure, believed to be the remains of a medieval whale trapping facility, offers a rare glimpse into the brutal and highly organized hunting practices of the past. The discovery, located in Grindasundet near the village of Telavåg, is the first time such physical evidence has been found underwater and linked to the oldest recorded Norwegian laws. "The newly discovered underwater archaeological site is very unusual," stated Elling Utvik Wammer, a marine archaeologist at the Norwegian Maritime Museum, who led the investigation. Uncovering the Underwater Barrier The research team, braving the cold January
