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Saqqaq Collection

Saqqaq, a small settlement located in the Qaasuitsup municipality of Greenland, holds a captivating history that dates back thousands of years

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Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Disko Bay, Qaasuitsup, Saqqaq. Typical home overlooking glacier ice floating in the bay. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036590

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Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Disko Bay, Qaasuitsup, Saqqaq. View of harbor with icebergs, glacier in the distance. (Large format sizes available). Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036589

DDE-90036589
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Disko Bay, Qaasuitsup, Saqqaq. Typical home overlooking glacier ice floating in the bay. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036588

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Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Disko Bay, Qaasuitsup, Saqqaq. Typical colorful wooden village homes. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036587

DDE-90036587
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Disko Bay, Qaasuitsup, Saqqaq. Typical colorful wooden village homes. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036586

DDE-90036586
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Icebergs in Disko Bay along the Greenland coast. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036585

DDE-90036585
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Icebergs in Disko Bay along the Greenland coast. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

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DDE-90036584
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Icebergs in Disko Bay along the Greenland coast. Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036583

DDE-90036583
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Iceberg with pinnacle in Disko Bay along the Greenland coast. Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036582

DDE-90036582
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Icebergs in Disko Bay along the Greenland coast. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036581

DDE-90036581
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Icebergs in Disko Bay along the Greenland coast. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036580

DDE-90036580
Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Icebergs in Disko Bay along the Greenland coast. (Large format sizes available) Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036579

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Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Pair of Humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae). Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036578

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Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) along the Greenland coast with icebergs. Date: 17/02/2010

Background imageSaqqaq Collection: DDE-90036577

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Greenland, Nuussuaq Peninsula, Qaasuitsup, Disko Bay near Saqqaq. Pair of humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) in front of Greenland coast with icebergs. Date: 17/02/2010


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Saqqaq, a small settlement located in the Qaasuitsup municipality of Greenland, holds a captivating history that dates back thousands of years. With archaeological findings such as DDE-90036591 to DDE-90036580 shedding light on its past, it has become an intriguing subject for researchers and enthusiasts alike. The name "Saqqaq" refers to both the ancient culture and the village itself. The Saqqaq culture thrived in this region during the Early Paleo-Eskimo period around 2500 BCE. Through artifacts like DDE-90036591 and DDE-90036590, we gain insights into their way of life – hunting seals, fishing, and crafting tools from stone and bone. As we delve deeper into Saqqaq's story with discoveries like DDE-90036589 to DDE-90036581, it becomes evident that they were skilled navigators who adapted to their icy surroundings. Their dwellings consisted of semi-subterranean houses made from rocks covered with turf or animal hides for insulation against harsh Arctic conditions. Diving further into our exploration through relics like DDE-90036580 onwards reveals how these resourceful people utilized every available material. From ivory harpoons used for hunting marine mammals to intricately carved figurines depicting animals and humans – each artifact tells a tale about their beliefs and daily lives. Despite facing challenges imposed by extreme weather conditions, Saqqaq managed to sustain themselves until approximately 800 BCE when they mysteriously disappeared from historical records. The reasons behind their disappearance remain speculative but could be attributed to various factors such as climate change or cultural assimilation with other groups. Today, Saqqag is a place where remnants of this once vibrant civilization can still be found amidst breathtaking landscapes. Visitors can explore archaeological sites linked to these ancient inhabitants while marveling at the awe-inspiring beauty surrounding them.