Thule culture

Thule culture refers to a prehistoric Arctic culture that thrived from around AD 1000 to 1600. It emerged in what is now Alaska and spread across the northern coasts of Canada and Greenland. Thule people were skilled hunters and fishermen, known for their advanced technologies, such as the umiak (a large kayak used for hunting) and the use of dogsleds. They relied heavily on marine mammals like whales and seals for food and materials. The Thule culture represents a significant development in Arctic adaptation, influencing later Inuit peoples and reflecting a deep connection to the harsh, cold environment they inhabited.