TROMSO, NORWAY - FEBRUARY 15: In the snow-covered landscapes of Tromso, a city nestled within the Arctic Circle, reindeer herding remains a cornerstone of indigenous Sami culture.Footage captured by Anadolu Agency on February 15 showcases a local reindeer farm where these majestic animals, central to Sami life for over a millennium, continue to thrive under the care of their herders.Reindeer hold profound economic and cultural significance for the Sami, the indigenous inhabitants of northern Scandinavia and Russia’s Kola Peninsula. For centuries, the semi-domesticated herds have provided the Sami with meat, milk, fur for clothing, and antlers for tools, sustaining their traditional way of life.While Tromso itself is not a primary herding zone, nearby regions such as Lyngen and Finnmark host active Sami communities that practice seasonal migration, guiding their reindeer across vast tundras in search of grazing grounds.In Sami shamanistic traditions, reindeer are revered as sacred beings, embodying a deep connection to nature. Folklore and rituals celebrate this bond, with festivals like the Sami National Day (February 6) featuring reindeer races and cultural displays.