Saint Olav's relics

Saint Olav's relics are the physical remains and treasures associated with King Olaf II of Norway, who became Saint Olav. After his death in 1030, his body was preserved and later moved to Trondheim, where it became a significant pilgrimage site. The relics include his bones, clothing, and other objects believed to hold spiritual power. These relics symbolize his sainthood, Norwegian identity, and serve as a focus of veneration, inspiring faith and national pride for centuries. Their veneration played a key role in shaping Norway's Christian heritage and maintaining his legacy as a unifying national saint.