L'Anse aux Meadows, the famous Viking settlement, is located on the northern tip of Newfoundland, Canada. It is the site of a Norse community that is believed to have been established around the year 1000 AD. This settlement is significant as it is thought to be the first known European presence in North America, predating Columbus by almost 500 years. The site was discovered in the 1960s and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, providing valuable insight into Viking exploration and lifestyle, as well as their interactions with indigenous peoples of the region.