Surprising Facts About the Vikings and How They Really Lived

Vikings were not fond of tattoos

Tattoos have been around long before the time of the Vikings. The modern portrayal of Vikings in movies and TV shows would often depict Vikings being covered in tattoos and ancient symbols.

Source: Herald Weekly

But the truth is, the Vikings were very clean people. It is unlikely that they would cover their bodies with something that they can not wash off. Although it is a trend now for those with Viking heritage to get what they consider traditional Viking tattoos.