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Sápmi Park
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Here at Sápmi Park we show Stálubákti- The Magic Theatre. We have siida- camp and tourist information. We sell Duodji and here you will find a souvenir shop with its own silversmith. During the summer you can meet reindeers in the park. Our good and experienced guides will take you to an unforgettable journey through Sápmi. They will take you by storm with their hospitality, history knowledge and good stories and joik’s.
We have three difference products in the park both for individuals and groups; Stalubákti (The Magic Theatre) with siida, Guided tour in the Siida with Stalubákti and Stalubákti, guiding in the siida and entertainment with joik. |
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Stalubákti- The Magic Theatre
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| Stálubákti (Mountain of the Spirits) is a unique show that has taken thousands of guests by storm! A noaidi, an old shaman, tells a story of the Sami pre-Christian beliefs about t creation, life and death and how it is all connected. The show begins with an introduction that presents modern society. Guests are the invited to watch a fascinating presentation where the action moves from the screen and the stage into the room creating a three-dimensional effect that gives the audience the feeling of being in the middle of the action. Perhaps the story can help you to understand your role in nature and in the world. |
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| The show is available in eight languages: German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian and Sami. Specific screening times and languages should be booked in advance. After the show, guests are free to stroll around and enjoy this living cultural park. |
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Siida- The Sami Dwellings
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| In the middle of the Sami cultural park you can find a summer siida (dwelling) and a winter siida. The dwellings are built in the traditional way. They demonstrate how the reindeer Sami lived, either in a lavvo (the Sami tent) or in turf huts. A reindeer-herding Sami family acts as a host in Siida. Here you can buy duodji (genuine Sami handicrafts) and observe how these are made. There is a reindeer enclosure next to the dwellings where you can try your hand at and learn about the art of lasso throwing. A guided tour in Siida and many other activities can be booked in advance. |
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Joik
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| Joik is the traditional Sami chant. This vocal and musical form of expression is one of the oldest Sami traditions. Joik conveys feelings of people, animals or places. Most joiks of the Sami living in northern areas are personal i.e. they belong to one person. The sound image of a joik may vary with the person’s character and state of mind. Recent years have seen the renaissance of joik with audio effects and elements of other music genres are often being incorporated in this Sami form of expression. |
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Reindeer
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Summer is a time of preparation for all arctic animals, including reindeer. Both does (female reindeer) and bucks (male reindeer) carry antlers and shed them every year. New antlers grow from May until they are full-grown in September; fur is then shed and the reindeer look unkempt. During the summer reindeer gather their strengths and build up their fat reserve to brace for the tough winter ahead.
About 10 % of the Sami population own reindeer. Every reindeer owner has its individual reindeer mark that they inherited from their parents or grandparents. Earmarking of reindeer takes place during the summer. There are approximately 500 various reindeer marks in Karasjok and about 60,000 reindeer are herding on the pastures of the municipality during the autumn and winter months.
The month of May is referred to as ‘the calving month’ in Sami because this is when does give birth to fawns. The names of the remaining months are related to reindeer husbandry also. Reindeer herds are moved to the coastal areas in April and they return in September/October. Every part of a reindeer is consumed. Meat is eaten raw, dried or smoked; leather is used for clothing, while lasso rings, knives and other items are made out of bones and antlers.
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Duodji
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Duodji, Sami handicrafts, bear the imprint of hard working life. Most of the items serve a practical function. Simple ornaments and intense colours give them an elegant look. A wide selection of duodji, literature and other gift items are sold in an outlet inside the park and in a souvenir store.
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Facilities/Other information
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Souvenir Store and Silver Workshop
Here you will find everything from Sami handicrafts to candle lights and silver items. The shop has its own silver workshop that sells silver jewellery. The suvenir store also has tax refund.
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Boble glasshytte
Karasjok and Finnmarks first and only glassblower. Here are glasses beeing made traditional. They can tell you about the work, and learn you more about the process, you may even try it you're self.
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Tourist Information
Our helpful staff will answer any questions you may have. Here you can also buy stamps, books, postcards and more. At the tourist information you can change from different currencies into Norwegian kroner or Norwegian kroner to euros. Exchange rates are updated regulary in the summer and winter months.
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Cafeteria
The cafeteria with seating for around 80 guests is open daily throughout the summer (see the opening hours).
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Storgammen Restaurant
Beside reindeer meat and cloudberries the Sami cuisine can offer you a variety of fish and game dishes and berries. A visit to Sápmi Park is not complete without a Sami meal! Storgammen is an exceptional place to eat in the middle of Sápmi Park. It is built with inspiration from four traditional turf huts and has a capacity of 120 guests. Here you will be sitting on soft reindeer rugs around a fireplace where the smell of the fire pleasantly blends with the aromas of the traditional Sami food creating a cosy and snug atmosphere – an ultimate experience in a unique setting!
Advance booking is required for groups. In the winter, Storgammen accepts groups of no less than 10 people. |
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