The year is around 1030. Norwegian Vikings are trying to besiege Constantinople. After repeated attempts, the Vikings are unable to get past the Turkish army and the thick city walls. There was a consultation, and the Vikings agreed to enter the city with good intentions to trade. The Vikings especially visited the church Hagia Sofia. On the topmost gallery you can still see runes. A viking called Halvdan carved his name there! Many Vikings remained in the city, and many of them became personal bodyguards for the rulers of what we now call Istanbul. The Norwegian Vikings were fond of the city, and called it Miklagard amongst themselves.

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