“Brestur er að baki sterks manns” – Even the Strongest Man Has Weaknesses
Welcome to NAVIA
NAVIA is a web media platform that delves deeply into the culture and lifestyle of the Nordic countries, offering a variety of perspectives to showcase their unique charm. I cover a wide range of themes, including Nordic history, culture, nature, architecture, and lifestyle.
Additionally, I introduce Nordic words and proverbs that can be useful in everyday life. Through language, you can learn about the values cultivated over generations by people living in the Nordic region and discover insights to enrich your own daily life.
Whether you’re simply curious about the Nordics or eager to explore them more deeply, I invite you to visit NAVIA.
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“Sá sem bíður, verður vís” – Those who wait become wise
“Hverjum þykir sinn fugl fagur” – Everyone thinks their own bird is beautiful
“Hiljaa hyvä tulee” – Slow and steady wins the race
“Raha ei kasva puissa” – Money doesn’t grow on trees
“Kuka kuuseen kurkottaa, se katajaan kapsahtaa” – Those who reach for the high spruce fall to the low juniper
“At slå plat eller krone” – To flip a coin
“En lille fugl hviskede mig I øret” – A little bird whispered in my ear
“At tage sorgerne på forskud” – Worrying in advance
“Ingen kjenner dagen før solen går ned” – No one knows the day until the sun goes down
“Man lærer så lenge man lever” – One learns as long as one lives
“Rett skal være rett” – What is right must be right
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I’m Haruno Ito, the creator of NAVIA. Inspired by the beauty of Nordic culture and nature, I started NAVIA with the hope of sharing its charm with others.
On this site, we focus on providing a variety of insights into Nordic culture, history, and lifestyle. Whether you’re already interested in the Nordic region or just beginning to explore its wonders, NAVIA offers information to inspire and enrich your journey.
I invite you to explore NAVIA and enjoy the richness of the Nordic world.