kottarna
Kottarna is a fictional archipelago created for encyclopedic and educational use in discussions of Nordic island communities. In this setting, it lies in the northern seas of the imagined realm of Nordlandia, characterized by rugged coasts, conifer forests, and tidal flats.
The name Kottarna is said in the lore to derive from an old coastal dialect term for
The archipelago comprises six main islands and numerous smaller islets, with rocky shorelines, low hills, and
Historically, the inhabitants are described as fisher-farmers who relied on cod and seaweed gathering. Settlements were
In contemporary fictional accounts, Kottarna emphasizes sustainable fishing, ecotourism, and traditional crafts such as wood carving
Notable features include the Nordkvist Lighthouse, Haak Bay, and the Kottarna Wildlife Reserve, which protects seabird