The Sami people, also spelled Sámi or Saami, are the Arctic indigenous people inhabiting Sápmi, which today encompasses parts of far northern Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Kola Peninsula of Russia, and the border area between south and middle Sweden and Norway... Their traditional language is the Sami language and is classified as a branch of the Uralic- Turanian language family. | Great Spirit of Turan

🇳🇴 Sami culture and reindeer are vital to northern Norway because they represent a deep connection to the land and traditions that have shaped the region for centuries!🫎 The Sami people, indigenous to the Arctic, rely on reindeer herding as a cornerstone of their livelihood, maintaining a sustainable lifestyle adapted to the harsh environment. Reindeer herding is not just an economic activity but also a cultural practice that preserves Sami language, rituals, and identity, making it essential

Happy Sámi National Day! Celebrating the heritage, culture and traditions of Northern Norway's indigenous people. | Hurtigruten

70K views · 820 reactions | A storybook of traditions and breathtaking landscapes - explore the magic of the Arctic with a visit to Norway's Sámi culture ️❄️ Video: Piia Oskal/ Tromsø Arctic Reindeer | Visit Norway | Facebook