Viking settlements were established by the Norse people, primarily from present-day Scandinavia, during the late 8th to early 11th centuries. These settlements often included farms, trading posts, and small towns, where the Vikings engaged in agriculture, fishing, and trade. Notable areas of settlement included Greenland, Iceland, and parts of the British Isles. The Vikings were skilled navigators and explorers, which allowed them to reach distant lands. They established trade routes and settlements in places like Vinland (believed to be in modern-day Newfoundland) and even ventured into Russia. Their influence can still be seen in the cultural and historical legacies of these regions.