L'Anse aux Meadows

L'Anse aux Meadows is a significant archaeological site located in Newfoundland, Canada, recognized as the first known Viking settlement in North America, dating back to around 1000 AD. Discovered in the 1960s, the site features remnants of Norse-style buildings, suggesting that the Vikings explored beyond Greenland. It provides crucial evidence of their voyages to the New World, highlighting early European exploration long before Columbus. L'Anse aux Meadows is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, essential for understanding the cultural exchanges and interactions between indigenous peoples and these early European adventurers.