The Scandinavian term for Shag is “Rya”. Also known as the Viking rug, the Rya rug has an unique history. A part of Scandinavian heritage, these rugs were produced for hundreds of years. The plush warm shag was needed in the long cold Scandinavian winters and used on walls as decoration in the summer months. Vivid and updated colors, circular and stripped motifs best describe the Rya designs by Hellenic. Today Hellenic Rug Imports, Inc. has recreated the “Rya Rug” using today's colors, in classic “Rya” Designs.