Question

Vikings originally came from what part of the world?

Answer 1

Vikings is a term that refers to a profession not a national or ethic group.

Explanation:

The Vikings were raiders that traveled to loot and conquer.
The Vikings came from Norway, and Denmark mainly. But the people from Denmark and Norway were not all raiders. The Danes were also traders, and farmers. The name Russia comes from Norse or North people. The people from Scandavia settled in what became Russia bringing civilization to the Area.

The Vikings also settled in England. After conquering large parts of northern England the Danes and Norse settled down and became farmers. The City of York was a center of Norse culture and industry.