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Stiklestad Saint Olaf Monument
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Randonneur de Saxe
August 28, 2019
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Here began the Christianization of Norway. Although King Olaf lost his life in battle in 1030, he joined Norway as Saint Olaf.
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July 30, 2026
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During the 19th century, nationalism surged across Europe, including Norway and Sweden. In this context, the legend of St Olav the Holy was revived (the 16th century reformation prohibited the veneration of saints and pilgrimages).
In 1807, the Olav Monument (Olavsstøtta) was unveiled at Stiklestad. The truncated column symbolizes a life cut short, as King Olav Haraldsson lived only to be about 35 years old. It's believed to be the site where Olav's body was laid the night after the battle.
In 1807, the Olav Monument (Olavsstøtta) was unveiled at Stiklestad. The truncated column symbolizes a life cut short, as King Olav Haraldsson lived only to be about 35 years old. It's believed to be the site where Olav's body was laid the night after the battle.
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