Discover sublime wild beauty, cutting edge architecture and fashion, and the mystical magic and folklore of the Nordics.
Where else in the world can you find sublime wild beauty, cutting-edge architecture and fashion, and the mystical magic and folklore of the Nordics?
Scandinavia boasts dramatic scenery and changing seasons, from towering snow-covered mountains sprinkled with pine to the Aurora Borealis dancing in the sky to endless summer skies. The combination of natural splendour and a rich culture makes it a wonderful place to explore.
Depending on the time of year, avid skiers and enthusiastic hikers flock to the area to immerse themselves in the renowned Scandinavian landscape.
Scandinavia refers to a subregion in Northern Europe including Denmark, Norway, and Sweden– but sometimes the term can also more broadly include Iceland, Finland, the Faroe Islands and Åland. From Vikings and elves to volcanoes and fjords, there is abundant magic and wonder to capture your imagination.
Scandinavia’s charm doesn’t just lie in its unrivalled natural beauty and wilderness, though. The region is also known for its effortlessly cool style, minimalism, modern architecture and innovative sustainable living.
World-famous museums, art galleries, eateries, luxury accommodation and nightlife have pinned Scandinavia as a global cultural hotspot.
Hygge is a Danish and Norwegian word which refers to the concept of a comfortable, cosy and joy-filled lifestyle. The concept generally includes moments, experiences, activities or objects that evoke feelings of contentment, safety, simplicity and everyday happiness.
Simple acts like lighting a new candle, slipping on a pair of soft socks or grabbing a fresh pastry can all bring about this soothing feeling. Ingredients and spices synonymous with Scandinavian cuisine and Hygge include cardamon, ginger and clove.
Filled with a rich variety of flora and fauna, from meadow flowers to mountain trees, Scandinavia has no shortage of natural fragrances. It has abundant woody warmth from pine, spruce and birch, sharpened with minty cold freshness from the snow-cooled wind.
The CRANBOURN® Nordic Serenity™ fragrance encapsulates this botanical magic, with notes of eucalyptus and pine needles warmed with spicy hints of cardamom, ginger and clove. Sink into a warm bath, light the fire and whisk yourself away on a Nordic escape luxury scented candle and reed diffuser.
To delve deeper into the history, biology and uses of the diverse botanicals in CRANBOURN® fragrances, explore our extensive botanicals directory.
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