What was the role of the Vikings in Russian history?

The origin of the Russian state is not limited to one theory. There is a Norman idea of creating a state. According to this theory, the role of the Vikings is very important, since they sailed from overseas and created the first state formation. The Scandinavian peoples not only influenced the creation of the state, but also its development. The reason was the trade route “From the Varangians to the Greeks”. It connected two seas and passed through the Russian lands. This contributed to the spread of crafts and trade, as well as cultural exchange.