#gothenburg natural history museum

[siryl]

Here's another scan from Dance's Animal Fakes & Frauds, since the first one was so popular. The White-Russian shore-muddler was exhibited in the Gothenburg Natural History Museum at the beginning of April for a number of years starting in 1963. It was the brainchild of the museum's director, Dr. Bengt Hubendick, but no source seems to record the name of the taxidermist who made it a (false) reality.

[saranilssonbooks]

Well sh*t. She's the Lagoda of New Bedford, the same girl as the half-scale model at the whaling museum and gifted first to the Gothenburg maritime museum, then joined the whale exhibition at the natural history museum up the hill. One will be glued to that glass for real next time she visits.

Guess who nerved up and sent that e-mail, @the-golden-vanity ? 😁

[queer-cosette]

Tagged by @ralphforleader, thank you so much!

Rules: tag 10 (or less) people @deinde-prandium @theladyfae @miabrown007 @swxxtcidxr @robylovi @hanaasbananas

Relationship status: Happily single and utterly uninterested in romantic relationships

Favourite colour: Purple, although I'm very partial to midnight blue and gold

Song stuck in my head: Asshole by Rilo Kiley

Three favourite foods: Orange sesame chicken-style quorn, popcorn prawns, margarita pizza

Last song I listened to: Asshole by Rilo Kiley (that's presumably why it's stuck in my head lol)

Dream trip: I have a sort of. Whale tour idea where I just go to places with cool whale things happening. Gothenburg, Sweden to see the stuffed whale. The Natural History Museum in New York City to see their statue (currently the most accurate statue in the world!). Florence, Oregon to visit Exploding Whale Park. L.A., California to watch feeding blue whales in the summer. Follow them down to the Costa Rica Dome on their winter migration. Whales are just fuckin' cool, man.

Last thing(s) I googled: 'what do you call it when you are single on purpose' because I thought there might be a word. I just got a bunch of blog articles that were like "aw it's okay to be single" like babe I know. I'm doing this on purpose.

[brookstonalmanac]

Events 10.29 (after 1950)

1953 – BCPA Flight 304 DC-6 crashes near San Francisco. 1955 – The Soviet battleship Novorossiysk strikes a World War II mine in the harbor at Sevastopol. 1956 – Suez Crisis begins: Israeli forces invade the Sinai Peninsula and push Egyptian forces back toward the Suez Canal. 1957 – Israel's prime minister David Ben-Gurion and five of his ministers are injured when Moshe Dwek throws a grenade into the Knesset. 1960 – An airplane carrying the Cal Poly football team crashes on takeoff in Toledo, Ohio. 1964 – The United Republic of Tanganyika and Zanzibar is renamed to the United Republic of Tanzania. 1964 – Biggest jewel heist; involving the Star of India (gem) in the American Museum of Natural History in New York City by Murph the Surf and gang. 1967 – Montreal's World Fair, Expo 67, closes with over 50 million visitors. 1969 – The first-ever computer-to-computer link is established on ARPANET, the precursor to the Internet. 1972 – The three surviving perpetrators of the Munich massacre are released from prison in exchange for the hostages of the hijacked Lufthansa Flight 615. 1980 – Demonstration flight of a secretly modified C-130 for an Iran hostage crisis rescue attempt ends in a crash landing at Eglin Air Force Base's Duke Field, Florida, leading to the cancellation of Operation Credible Sport. 1985 – Major General Samuel K. Doe is announced as the winner of the first multi-party election in Liberia. 1986 – British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher opens the last stretch of the M25 motorway. 1991 – The American Galileo spacecraft makes its closest approach to 951 Gaspra, becoming the first probe to visit an asteroid. 1994 – Francisco Martin Duran fires over two dozen shots at the White House; he is later convicted of trying to kill U.S. President Bill Clinton. 1998 – In South Africa, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission presents its report, which condemns both sides for committing atrocities. 1998 – Space Shuttle Discovery blasts off on STS-95 with 77-year-old John Glenn on board, making him the oldest person to go into space at that time. 1998 – ATSC HDTV broadcasting in the United States is inaugurated with the launch of the STS-95 space shuttle mission. 1998 – While en route from Adana to Ankara, a Turkish Airlines flight with a crew of six and 33 passengers is hijacked by a Kurdish militant who orders the pilot to fly to Switzerland. The plane instead lands in Ankara after the pilot tricked the hijacker into thinking that he is landing in the Bulgarian capital of Sofia to refuel. 1998 – Hurricane Mitch, the second deadliest Atlantic hurricane in history, makes landfall in Honduras. 1998 – The Gothenburg discothèque fire in Sweden kills 63 and injures 200. 1999 – A large cyclone devastates Odisha, India. 2002 – A fire destroys a luxurious department store in Ho Chi Minh City, where 1,500 people are shopping. More than 60 people die and over 100 are unaccounted for in the deadliest peacetime disaster in Vietnam. 2004 – The Arabic-language news network Al Jazeera broadcasts an excerpt from a 2004 Osama bin Laden video in which the terrorist leader first admits direct responsibility for the September 11, 2001 attacks and references the 2004 U.S. presidential election. 2005 – Bombings in Delhi, India kill more than 60. 2008 – Delta Air Lines merges with Northwest Airlines, creating the world's largest airline and reducing the number of US legacy carriers to five. 2008 – A pair of deadly earthquakes hits Baluchistan, Pakistan, killing 215. 2012 – Hurricane Sandy hits the east coast of the United States, killing 148 directly and 138 indirectly, while leaving nearly $70 billion in damages and causing major power outages. 2014 – A mud slide; the 2014 Badulla landslide, in south-central Sri Lanka, kills at least 16 people, and leaves hundreds of people missing. 2015 – China announces the end of its one-child policy after 35 years. 2018 – A Boeing 737 MAX plane crashes after taking off from Jakarta, Indonesia killing 189 people on board.

[frenchiepal]

THE RESULTS ARE OUT list of museums I visited

Göteborg:

Universeum

Gothenburg Museum of Art

Gothenburg Museum of Natural History

Museum of World Culture

Gothenburg City Museum

Stockholm:

The Royal Palace

Museum Tre Kronor

Gustav III's Antique Museum

Noble Prize Museum

Museum of Natural History Stockholm

Fotografiska

Stockholm City Museum

Nordiska Museet

Vasa Museum

Viking Museum

Paradox Museum

Swedish History Museum

Tallinn:

Museum of Puppetry Arts

Tallinn City Museum

Kadriorg Art Museum

Proto Museum

Riga:

Riga City Museum

KGB Museum

War Museum

National Art Museum

Natural History Museum Riga

Museum of Medicine

[metalnomads]

Avatar in Gothenburg (or: Hometown Shows Are The Best)

So. I recently travelled to Sweden for the first time, and I still feel the need to gush about that trip a little bit. Given my love for metal music it’s really not surprising that I’ve been itching to travel to Scandinavia for quite some time now – a lot of my favorite bands come from there after all. But I never actually managed to make it work, so far (something, something poor student, something, something not comfortable travelling alone yet). 

But when I saw my beloved Avatar announcing a show in their hometown of Gothenburg, I knew that was a sign to finally get off my ass! Everything just aligned too perfectly: 

Avatar happens to be one of my current top bands and is well worth travelling for.  

Gothenburg, being a true heavy metal powerhouse, happens to be one of my dream destinations in Scandinavia.  

The date happens to fall on a long weekend (the best thing about German Carnival), so I barely have to take time off work. 

Travelling on that specific weekend allows me to escape from manmade horrors beyond comprehension happening at home (aka German Carnival).  

So as a birthday gift to myself I decided to go for it. That’s obviously the universe talking, and who would I be to stand against the will of the universe, right? It may not be the cheapest concert trip I’ve done, but boy, it was worth it!  

I’m not exaggerating when I say I immediately fell in love with that city. I’ve always said that if I am ever to emigrate somewhere, I’d probably choose Sweden, and after this trip I stand by my words even more! I don’t know if it makes any sense for anyone else but me, but the city felt as if Prague and Reykjavik had a lovechild – the beautiful architecture you’d find in the former combined with the distinctively Nordic and cozy flair of the latter. And bonus points for feeling very safe!  

My personal highlights definitely included the Slottsskoggen (a well-kept park that still allowed me to feel like I was wandering around a Swedish forest, and included a little zoo where I got to see some elks strutting through the snow), the Natural History Museum (I don’t think my brain will ever process the sheer size of blue whales – and why has Gojira conditioned me to feel the need to scream about whales in the sky from the top of my lungs whenever I see the tiniest reference to whales??) and the Haga main street. That one admittedly felt a little touristy, but one the other hand I got to try a cinnamon roll bigger than the size of my face, so maybe the tourists are right on this one. I also stumbled across this amazing bookshop in the city specialized in fantasy/sci-fi literature and merch and it was everything my nerdy fangirl heart desires. Sadly (or luckily), my limited luggage space kept me from buying half the store but another reason to come back another time! 

Now, to the concert itself: As is my duty, I arrived a few hours early at the venue, around 3 pm. People weren’t too eager to wait around in the snow, so there were only a handful of other fans when I arrived. I expected mostly Swedes, but to my pleasant surprise I wasn’t the only crazy person who travelled from abroad for this show: I met a few girls form Austria, another fellow German, and even two girls from the US and Brazil, respectively. Now that’s what I call dedication!  

Chatting with these lovely people time flew by quickly and in the blink of an eye, it was 5:30 pm and doors opened. That was quite the mess, unfortunately: The venue had a “absolutely-no-bags-at-all" rule – not even a small fanny pack was allowed inside. I could deal with that, even if it’s highly impractical, but is it too much to ask to put this kind of information on the venue website beforehand instead of telling us 20 minutes before doors? Luckily, I managed to sprint over to my hotel room , throw my stuff on the bed, and run back in time, but I could have lived without that kind of stress (also I feel sorry for all the people who didn’t have that option, no idea what they were supposed to do with their bags??). 

Otherwise, everything went well, though, and I could march through to secure my spot at the barrier.  

Now, this wasn’t my first time seeing Avatar this year, so I knew what to expect from thereon on. The opening act Aether Realm was enjoyable: More so than in Cologne, I’d say, maybe they needed a few shows to really get in the groove. Or maybe it's just my own perception, because I was hearing them for the second time now. And the main act obviously delivered as well. 

It makes no difference how often I’ve seen Avatar in the past two years – they are just a ridiculously fun band. They know how to put on a show, and how to perfectly balance the jokey shenanigans around and danceable melodies with uncompromising, deliciously heavy riffs. My neck admittedly hates them (it’s always a little stiff the following days), but hey, that’s the price I’m willing to pay – I physically can’t stop from banging my head when Bloody Angel hits. 

Regarding the setlist – it may not be my favorite and I was hoping they’d change it up more from last year. Maybe switch Do you feel in control and idk Chimp Mosh Pit for Gotta Wanna Riot and On the Beach? Or give Hunter Gatherer more space (that album is egregiously underrepresented in the setlist, especially since it never got a proper tour in Europe, thanks covid)? Buuuut I am just super happy that Paint me Red is back on the menu and When the Snow Lies Red got to stay! Honestly, Avatar could pick whatever from their catalogue and it would be worth the while, they just are that brilliant. 

What I loved most about this show was that you could really feel: This is their homebase. Obviously, I couldn’t understand a word of their in-between songs banter, so who knows if they actually said anything different compared to other shows (after all Johannes is right: his German is leagues better than my Swedish), but I didn’t need that to see that the crowd was loving it. In general, the energy was top notch – moshing, enthusiastic singing and screaming along, headbanging galore, what more could you wish for. And barely any annoying crowd surfers!  

An awesome experience all around, and hard to beat when I see them again in two weeks! 

-S- 

[inspiring-vacations1]

How do you plan budget-friendly tours to Scandinavia?

Are you dreaming of exploring the stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant cultural heritage of Scandinavia without breaking the bank? Look no further! In this blog, we'll delve into the art of crafting budget-friendly tours to Scandinavia, where breathtaking fjords, picturesque cities, and charming towns await.

From navigating the unique cost of living in countries like Norway, Sweden, and Denmark to uncovering hidden gems and affordable accommodations, we'll equip you with invaluable tips and insights to ensure an unforgettable Scandinavian adventure that won't drain your wallet. Get ready to discover the magic of Scandinavia without the financial stress!

Scandinavia as a Budget Destination

Scandinavia, which includes Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark, has a reputation for being an expensive region to visit. It's true that Scandinavia has some of the highest costs of living in Europe, and tourists used to luxurious vacations may end up shelling out quite a bit of money here.

However, budget-conscious travellers can absolutely plan affordable trips to Scandinavia. While you may have to forego luxury hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, the natural beauty of fjords, glaciers, forests, and mountains doesn't cost anything to enjoy. The lively cosmopolitan cities like Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen offer free museums and galleries, vibrant nightlife, and delicious street food options for reasonable prices.

With some smart planning, the Nordic countries can provide an unforgettable vacation without breaking the bank. The key is focusing your itinerary on free outdoor activities, local culture, and budget-friendly transportation and dining. Armed with the right strategies, you can experience Scandinavia's fairytale landscapes, cutting-edge design, and warm hospitality on a budget.

Plan Your Time of Year

The time of year you choose to visit Scandinavia will have a big impact on the weather you experience and the prices you'll pay.

Summer months bring the warmest weather and long hours of daylight, but prices also peak during this high season. Hotels, tours, and flights can be significantly more expensive in July and August. The weather is ideal for exploring cities like Copenhagen or Stockholm, hiking scenic trails, and enjoying Scandinavia's beautiful coastlines. However, the crowds and costs make summer less than ideal for budget travellers.

Spring and fall offer a better bang for your buck. You'll find lower prices on accommodations and airfare outside of peak months. From May through early June, and September through October, the weather is still relatively mild. Daylight hours are a bit shorter than in summer, but you'll avoid the most intense crowds and expenses. This "shoulder season" is arguably the best time for budget-friendly touring.

For the deepest discounts, consider a winter trip from November to March. Hotel rates and airfares can be slashed dramatically during these cooler, darker months. But winter isn't for everyone; the days are short, and some tourist activities may be limited. If you don't mind bundling up to save money, winter can be an affordable time to experience Scandinavia. Just be strategic by focusing your itinerary on major cities.

Prioritise Your Destinations

Scandinavia is comprised of three main countries: Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. While all offer incredible natural scenery and historic cities, trying to visit more than one or two countries during a budget trip can quickly become unaffordable.

Focus your itinerary on just one or two countries to make the most of your limited time and money. Typically, Sweden and Denmark are more budget-friendly options compared to Norway. Sweden has youth hostels in Stockholm and Gothenburg, while Copenhagen, Denmark, offers more budget accommodations and free attractions.

Start your trip in the more affordable cities before making your way to the scenic but pricey Norwegian Fjords if you have some flexibility. This allows you to get the flavour of each country without overextending your budget. Staying within a defined region also minimises transportation costs between countries.

With some strategic planning, you can see the highlights of Scandinavia without breaking the bank. Define your must-see destinations, focus on 1 or 2 countries, and start in the more budget-friendly cities. This approach maximises your experience while keeping costs down.

Choose Budget Accommodations

When planning tours to Scandinavia on a budget, one of the biggest expenses will be accommodations. Hotels in Scandinavia can be very expensive, especially in popular cities like Stockholm and Copenhagen. The good news is that there are plenty of budget-friendly alternatives to hotels.

Hostels

Hostels are one of the most affordable accommodation options. Scandinavian hostels are generally very nice, with private rooms in addition to dorms. Many hostels have communal kitchens, so you can save money by cooking some of your own meals.

Apartment Rentals

Renting an apartment through Airbnb or VRBO can be cheaper than a hotel, especially if you're travelling with a group. Scandinavian apartments tend to be modern and well-equipped. Consider staying a bit outside the city centre to get more affordable rates.

Use Public Transportation

Getting around Scandinavia on trains, buses, and ferries is easy and affordable. Public transportation makes it simple to travel between destinations without the cost of renting a car or taking flights.

Within cities, walking and biking are the best ways to explore. Copenhagen and Stockholm are very bike-friendly, with miles of dedicated bike lanes throughout each city. Oslo and Bergen are extremely walkable as their city centres are compact. Wear good walking shoes to traverse the cobblestone streets.

For going between cities and countries, trains and buses are reliable and comfortable. Book tickets in advance for the lowest fares on specific routes. The Eurail Scandinavia Pass offers unlimited train travel if you plan to hop between multiple cities.

Ferries connect Denmark, Sweden, and Norway across the Baltic Sea and make for scenic journeys. The overnight Copenhagen-Oslo ferry lets you save money on a night's accommodation while travelling.

Scandinavia's user-friendly public transportation network makes budget travel achievable. You can comfortably get around without the expense of driving or flying.

Find Free Activities

Scandinavia offers many free and budget-friendly activities for travellers looking to explore the region's natural beauty and culture. Focus your itinerary on free options to save money:

Hiking - Scandinavia is known for its stunning natural landscapes. Go hiking in Norway's fjords, Sweden's forests, or Denmark's coastal trails. The scenery is an attraction in itself. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the day immersed in nature.

Parks - World-class parks like Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, the Vasa Museum in Stockholm, and Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo offer free admission. Wander through gardens, enjoy sculptures and architecture, people-watch, or relax on the grass.

Museums - Many top museums offer free entry on certain days of the week or after a certain hour. Check schedules online for the National Museum of Denmark, the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design in Oslo, and more. Time your visit to take advantage of free hours.

Walking Tours - Look for free walking tours in major cities like Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Bergen. They provide an overview of top attractions and history from a local guide. Tipping is customary if you find it helpful.

Markets - Outdoor markets for local foods, handicrafts, antiques, and more provide an authentic taste of Scandinavian culture. Copenhagen's Norreport market, Bergen's fish market, and Stockholm's Östermalm Food Hall offer hours of free entertainment.

Avoid expensive guided tours, theme parks, performances, or adventure sports. Focus your free time on sightseeing in nature, parks, monuments, and museums to control costs. With stunning scenery and world-class museums, Scandinavia rewards budget travellers with unforgettable experiences.

Pack Light

One of the best ways to save money on tours to Scandinavia is to pack light. With budget airlines charging high fees for checked bags, minimising your luggage is a great way to avoid extra costs. Try to fit everything you'll need into a carry-on bag that you can bring onboard flights and easily manoeuvre around on public transportation.

Pack versatile clothing like t-shirts, jeans, and sweaters that you can layer and mix and match. Limit your shoes to a pair of walking or hiking shoes and some sandals or nice shoes if needed. Only bring essential toiletries and medications to save space. If you'll be travelling for an extended period, plan to do laundry locally at laundrettes, hostels, etc. This allows you to pack less clothing and reuse items. Some accommodations may even offer laundry services.

By packing light, you'll save on luggage fees, be more mobile during your travels, and reduce your load if you'll be covering ground on foot. It takes some planning, but the cost savings are well worth it.

Conclusion

Planning a budget-friendly tour to Scandinavia is not just about saving money; it's about unlocking the secrets to affordable exploration in one of the most captivating regions on Earth. By harnessing the power of early research, strategic accommodation choices, and tapping into local expertise, you can navigate the stunning landscapes and vibrant cultures without breaking the bank.

Remember, Scandinavia's allure lies not only in its picturesque landscapes but also in the warmth of its people and the rich history waiting to be discovered. So, pack wisely, embrace the journey, and let your budget-friendly adventure through Scandinavia unfold, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Source: How do you plan budget-friendly tours to Scandinavia?

[gokitetour]

The top seven sites in Sweden for tourists

Travelers are drawn to Sweden, a mesmerizing jewel of the Nordic region, by its stunning natural scenery and rich cultural legacy. This Scandinavian country has much to offer every kind of tourist, from the colourful metropolis of Stockholm to the Arctic beauties of Kiruna. Start your journey in Stockholm, a charming city spread over several linked islands. Take in the seafaring treasures of the Vasa Museum while strolling around Gamla Stan's cobbled alleyways. Travel west to Gothenburg, where urban sophistication and seaside beauty combine to provide the ideal environment for both entertainment and leisure.

Malmö is a city that embraces variety and innovative architecture and is located farther south. Don't overlook the Turning Torso, a contemporary wonder that dominates the skyline. See the unique Icehotel and pursue the Northern Lights on an Arctic adventure by traveling north to Kiruna. Step foot in Visby on Gotland for a trip back in time to the Middle Ages. Historic landmarks and botanical gardens are worth seeing in Uppsala, a city known for its scholarly elegance. Finally, take a trip to Fårö, a nature lover's paradise northeast of Gotland with immaculate beaches and tranquil surroundings. The best tourist destinations in Sweden provide a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the country's natural beauty, history, and culture.

 Here are some sites in Sweden for tourists

1. Stockholm, the nation's capital: Sweden's capital, Stockholm, is a bustling city constructed on 14 islands connected by 57 bridges. Start your adventure in Gamla Stan, the ancient town, where colorful buildings holding stores, cafes, and museums are tucked away along cobblestone lanes. A remarkable surviving 17th-century battleship may be found at the Vasa Museum, which is also home to the Royal Palace. Discover Södermalm, the contemporary side of Stockholm, a neighborhood renowned for its hipster atmosphere, chic stores, and expansive views. A boat trip of the more than 30,000-island archipelago provides a special viewpoint of this magnificent metropolis.

2. Gothenburg: A Gem of the Coast: Gothenburg, the second-largest city in Sweden, is a mesmerizing blend of nautical charm and cosmopolitan style. It is situated on the west coast. Wander around the Avenyn, the main thoroughfare in the city, which is surrounded by eateries and stores. Liseberg, one of the biggest theme parks in Europe, offers exhilarating rides and fun activities for the whole family. See the Fish Church (Feskekörka) and the Haga neighborhood, which is renowned for its quaint wooden homes and mouthwatering cinnamon buns, for a taste of the local way of life. Due to Gothenburg's close proximity to the archipelago, island-hopping and visiting the breathtaking coastal scenery are both possible.

3. Malmö: A Cross-Cultural Fusion: The southernmost city of Sweden, Malmö, presents a distinctive fusion of Swedish and foreign influences. Commence your tour with the towering, twisted Turning Torso, which commands attention from the skyline. Take a stroll around the lovely homes and cobblestone lanes of the old Gamla Väster (Old West) neighborhood. Malmö is renowned for its inventive food culture, so be sure to visit the Möllevångstorget market to enjoy some local fare. Because of the city's closeness to Denmark, traveling to Copenhagen for the day across the Öresund Bridge is simple.

4. Kiruna: The Adventure in the Arctic: Visit Kiruna in Lapland, Sweden, to get a taste of its most northern delights. Kiruna, well-known for its breathtaking natural phenomena, is a great place to see the Northern Lights. Built completely of ice and snow, the Icehotel provides a distinctive and remarkable lodging experience. Enjoy the beauty of the Arctic by going on snowmobile or dog-sledding adventures. Experience the midnight sun and take in the expansive hiking paths and stunning scenery of Abisko National Park throughout the summer months.

5. Visby: Medieval Magic on Gotland: A trip back in time, the medieval town of Visby is situated on the island of Gotland and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visby, with its well-preserved medieval fortifications, has picturesque rose-covered houses, cobblestone alleys, and remnants of the medieval past. Discover the rich history of the island by visiting the Gotland Museum. Gotland comes alive in the summer with activities like Medieval Week, when residents and guests dress historically, evoking a vibrant medieval ambiance.

6. Uppsala: intellectual elegance: Uppsala, the fourth-largest city in Sweden, embodies a singular blend of historical significance and intellectual beauty. See the largest cathedral in Scandinavia, Uppsala Cathedral, and the university, which was established in 1477. Explore the botanical gardens on foot or unwind by the Fyris River. The Augsburg Art Cabinet, a Renaissance artistic miracle, is housed at the Gustavianum Museum. Another well-known event in Uppsala is the yearly Valborg celebration, where residents get together with bonfires and activities to greet spring.

 7. Faro, on Gotland—a calm haven for nature lovers: Faro is a tranquil island northeast of Gotland. Fårö has striking coastline scenery and is well-known for its limestone structures, which include the Digerhuvud Sea Stacks and Langhammars. The island's immaculate beaches, such as Sudersand, are tranquil and welcoming. Discover the famous Gamle Hamn, an old-world fishing port. For those looking for seclusion, unspoiled beauty, and a respite from the busy city life, Fårö is the perfect place to visit.

The memories weaved from the many landscapes and rich cultural heritage of this enchanted country will endure as treasured mementos when your Swedish experience comes to an end. Sweden has created a diverse array of experiences, ranging from the energetic metropolitan charm of Stockholm to the breathtaking Arctic beauties of Kiruna. When one looks back on the trip, the historic appeal of Stockholm is captured by the cobblestone streets and the marine wonders of the Vasa Museum. Travel back in time and see the medieval enchantment of Visby on Gotland, the seaside treasure of Gothenburg, and the cultural melting pot of Malmö.

A strange connection to nature is provided by Kiruna's Arctic excursions and the potential to see the Northern Lights. The calm refuge of Fårö and the intellectual elegance of Uppsala finish the Swedish trip, leaving a lasting impression on each visitor. For those planning trips to Sweden in the future, getting a Sweden tourist visa from India opens the door to this magical country in Scandinavia. When you say goodbye to Sweden, the memories of its modern cities, untamed Arctic landscape, and ancient legends will stay with you, provoking the urge to visit this alluring place again. Sweden guarantees that your trip is not just a visit but a once-in-a-lifetime love affair with Scandinavia. Sweden is a country where history meets innovation and nature melds with culture.

[lottalimakes]

Natural history museum Gothenburg, sketches 9/11

[rabbitcruiser]

Day 17 in Nebraska

Pony Express Station in Gothenburg, Nebraska

[rosapirog]

Some beauties from Saturday’s visit at Gothenburgs Museum of Natural History✨

[architectnews]

Sigurd Lewerentz, 20th Century Swedish Architect

Sigurd Lewerentz Architect Stockholm, Modern Buildings Sweden, Swedish Design Projects, Woodland Cemetery

Sigurd Lewerentz Architect : Architecture

20th Century Swedish Architecture Practice: Modernist Buildings in Sweden, Europe

27 May 2021

Sigurd Lewerentz Architect Monograph

Major Building by this 20th Century Swedish Architect

Sigurd Lewerentz: Architect Of Death And Life

Major new monograph of Sweden’s most revered architect

Accompanying exhibition at ArkDes, Sweden’s national centre for architecture and design, opens 1st October 2021

Published by Park Books, May 2021 Edited by Kieran Long and Johan Örn Co-edited by Mikael Andersson

Thursday 27th of May 2021 – Sweden’s most revered architect Sigurd Lewerentz, regarded as one of the most important and enigmatic figures of modern European architecture, is the subject of a major new monograph, published in May 2021 by Park Books in collaboration with ArkDes, Sweden’s national centre for architecture and design in Stockholm.

This vast new book offers the most comprehensive survey to date of Lewerentz’s achievements, newly researched from original objects and archival material uncovered across Sweden, featuring over 700 pages of photographs, drawings, and sketches with essays by leading experts exploring Lewerentz’s life, work and legacy.

Edited by Kieran Long, Director of ArkDes, and Johan Örn, curator of collections at ArkDes, and co-edited by Mikael Andersson, architectural historian and critic, this landmark book will be a significant moment of reassessment. An accompanying exhibition opening at ArkDes on 1st October 2021, curated by Kieran Long and designed by Caruso St John, will be the first major monographic exhibition of Lewerentz’s work in over 30 years.

Lewerentz, who was born in Bjärtrå, Ångermanland, in northern Sweden in 1885 and died in Lund 1975, is a mythologised figure in the history of 20th century architecture. Arguably Sweden’s most distinguished modernist, his influence is admired today by a generation of the world’s leading architects.

Architecture devotees from around the world travel to visit his projects, from his late masterpieces St Mark’s Church in Bjorkhagen and St Peter’s Church in Klippan, to Stockholm’s iconic woodland cemetery Skogskyrkogården, now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Designed by award-winning graphic designer Malmsten Hellberg, this new book features new photography of all of Lewerentz’s major works by the architect and architectural photographer Johan Dehlin, as well as never-before-seen drawings and plans for buildings, furniture and interiors from Lewerentz’s collection at ArkDes.

Kieran Long, Director of ArkDes and Editor of Sigurd Lewerentz: Architect of Death and Life, said: “This monograph is a long-awaited addition to contemporary architecture publishing. There is no Swedish architect with more influence on contemporary architecture today, or with more passionate advocates across the globe, than Sigurd Lewerentz. His work was ubiquitous in the education of all the best architects I had grown up with in my twenty years of writing about, curating and teaching architecture.”

Title Information Sigurd Lewerentz: Architect of Death and Life Published by Park Books in collaboration with ArkDes Eds. Kieran Long and Johan Örn. Co-ed. Mikael Andersson 1st edition, 2021 Hardback

720 pages 23 x 30 cm ISBN 978-3-03860-232-3

Design: Malmsten Hellberg.

New photos of Lewerentz built work: Johan Dehlin.

www.park-books.com

Contributors

Kieran Long has been director of Stockholm’s ArkDes since 2017. Prior to that he established the new Department of Design, Architecture and Digital at the V&A, London.

Johan Örn is an architectural historian and curator of collections at ArkDes.

Mikael Andersson is an architectural historian and critic.

Sigurd Lewerentz

Sigurd Lewerentz was born in the north of Sweden, in Bjärtrå, Västernorrland County, on 29 July 1885, the son of Gustaf Adolf and Hedvig Matilda Lewerentz. He initially trained as a mechanical engineer and an architect at the Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg and followed his education with apprenticeships in Berlin and Munich.

When Lewerentz set up an independent practice in Stockholm in 1911, he was joined by his colleague Torsten Stubelius. His first breakthrough came in 1915 when he was awarded first prize in the competition for a new cemetery in Stockholm (The Woodland Cemetery), a proposal created in collaboration with Gunnar Asplund. For the Woodland Cemetery, Lewerentz designed the neoclassical Resurrection Chapel, completed in 1925. A year following his success in the competition of 1915, he won first prize in the competition for a new cemetery in Malmö.

During the 1930s, while Lewerentz was working on the two cemeteries, he made major contributions to the Stockholm Exhibition of 1930 by way of buildings, furniture, and graphic design. Around this time he also realised two major office buildings in Stockholm. He started to design and produce steel windows and other architectural fittings, a side of his practice that gradually absorbed more and more of his time. In the 1940s, he set up his own factory for these purposes in Eskilstuna.

In the mid 1940s Lewerentz oversaw the completion of the Chapels of St. Knut and St. Gertrud, and the Malmö City Theatre – two projects that he had worked on for many years. His notoriety came with the late churches, however: St. Marks in Björkhagen (1960), and St. Peters in Klippan (1966). When Lewerentz died in Lund in 1975, he was regarded as a legend of Swedish architecture.

ArkDes ArkDes, located on the island of Skeppsholmen in central Stockholm, is Sweden’s national centre for architecture and design. It is a museum, a study centre and an arena for debate and discussion about the future of architecture, design and citizenship. It is housed in a beautiful building by Rafael Moneo and more recently ArkDes´ new studio gallery, called Boxen, designed by Dehlin Brattgård Architects.

Park Books Park Books is a European publishing house for architecture and related fields, and an international platform for architectural book projects. Park Books has been established in 2012 as an affiliate of the renowned art, photography, and architectural publishers Scheidegger & Spiess in Zürich and likewise attaches great importance to the design and material quality of its publications.

The books are published predominantly in English and German and thanks to a competent and extensive sales and marketing network, our program is distributed worldwide. The company is independently owned and run by dedicated employees who bring their various strengths and experience to bear on their work.

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Sigurd Lewerentz Architect – Key Projects

Major Building by this 20th Century Swedish Architect

Chapel of the Resurrection, Woodland Cemetery, Enskede, Stockholm, Sweden Dates built: 1914-34 Architecture competition : 1914 This building design was a collaboration with fellow Swedish architect Erik Gunnar Asplund

Chapel of Resurrection at the Woodland Cemetery in Stockholm, Sweden: photograph : Kalle Söderman, http://kjs.homeip.net, courtesy of Wikimedia commons

Skogskyrkogården (official name in English: The Woodland Cemetery) is a cemetery located in the Enskededalen district south of central Stockholm, Sweden. Its design reflects the development of architecture from Nordic Classicism to mature functionalism. Skogskyrkogården came about following an international architecture competition in 1915 for the design of a new cemetery in Enskede in the southern part of Stockholm, Sweden. The entry called “Tallum” by this couple of young Swedish architects was selected.

Sigurd Lewerentz Buildings

St. Mark’s Church, Bjorkhagen Date built: 1956-60

St. Peter’s Church, Klippan, Sweden Date built: 1963-66

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Location: Bjarta, Sweden, north east Europe

Sigurd Lewerentz Architect Practice Information

This celebrated Swedish architect was born in 1885 and died in 1975

Sigurd was born in Bjarta, Sweden. Lewerentz and Asplund are generally recognised as two of the greatest Swedish architects of the 20th Century in Sweden, and came to worldwide attention. Most histories of World Architecture reference them and their collaboration – the Woodland Cemetery. Lewerentz was a Swedish Modernist. He died in Lund, Sweden in 1975.

His most celebrated work is surely Skogskyrkogården in Stockholm. The architects’ use of the natural landscape created an extraordinary environment of tranquil beauty that had a profound influence on cemetery design throughout the world.

Skogskyrkogården – Chapel of Resurrection, Woodland Cemetery, Stockholm, Sweden: photo : Arild Vågen, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://ift.tt/nyd3RQ>, via Wikimedia Commons

The giant dark granite cross at the focus of the vista from the main entrance may have been based on a painting by Caspar David Friedrich, titled “Cross on the Baltic Sea” (1815), however the architects insisted that it was open to non-Christian interpretations.

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[Free eBook] Elephants Are Not Picked From Trees by Liv Emma Thorsen [Nature Museum Exhibit History]

Elephants Are Not Picked From Trees: Animal Biographies in the Gothenburg Natural History Museum by Liv Emma Thorsen, a professor emerita at the University of Oslo in Norway, is her natural museum exhibit micro-history book, free for a limited time courtesy of publisher Aarhus University Press in Denmark.

This is an accessibly-written academic history showcasing the origins of four of the subtitular Swedish natural history museum's preserved animal exhibits. This is really very nifty, not only lavishly illustrated with period and modern photographs, but also with plenty of info explaining the historical cultural background surrounding the fad for taxidermied animal acquisition in past centuries, as well as quotes from original documents about the acquisition process and subsequent treatment and setup of the exhibits and their ensuing reception by the public. (Sadly, the notorious Gripsholm Lion, made memetically infamous as perhaps the worst ever historically taxidermied lion put on display, does not appear to be mentioned anywhere in its pages.)

Offered through the month of January, available worldwide DRM-free.

Free for a limited time, available worldwide throughout January as their featured English-language Free Book of the Month directly @ the university's dedicated promo page (DRM-free PDF, approximately 37 meg). You can also find more info about the book on its regular catalogue page.

Description "Elephants are not picked from trees" are the words of Swedish taxidermist and conservator David Sjölander, spoken while he was in Angola looking for a fine bull elephant specimen in the autumn of 1948. At the age of 62 Sjölander was to satisfy his life's dream of shooting the elephant he for so long had wished to prepare and exhibit. The African elephant was to be the main attraction in the Mammal Room of the Gothenburg National History Museum.

Liv Emma Thorsen, professor of cultural history, has reconstructed the Collection history of four mammals exhibited in the Gothenburg Natural History Museum that attraced much attenstion when they were displayed to the public for the first time: The elephant, gorilla, Tonkean macaque and walrus. The book examines how the museum acquried animals for exhibits from 1906 to 1948, and how living animal bodies became museum exhibits.

Using photographs and documents from the Gothenburg National History Museum, the book shows that these museums are in possession of valuable material for writing the cultural history of animals, and that the museums of natural history display a nature that is historically, socially and culturally construed.

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Postdoc: Scandinavian.ResSchool.Biosystematics

Considering a postdoc in systematics, speciation or organismal evolution in Scandinavia? ForBio - the Scandinavian Research School in Biosystematics is organising a training program for outgoing and incoming postdoctoral fellows to apply for European Commission H2020 MSCA Individual Fellowships. The training program is open to potential incoming fellows to, and outgoing fellows from, research groups in systematic biology in Scandinavia, including systematics, taxonomy, phylogenetics, biogeography, macroevolution, metagenomics, etc. The target group are academically-engaged senior PhD students, postdocs and junior researchers. This covers the IF programs ER-ST (Standard European), ER-CAR (Career Restart Grant), ER-SE (Society and Enterprise), ER-RI (Reintegration), and GF (Global). We aim to have a mixed group of incoming and outgoing fellows. These programs are open to citizens of all countries. The program runs from June 1st to the submission deadline of the H2020 MSCA-IF call on September 11th 2019. The training includes match-making between fellows and hosts, coaching, an intensive 3-day workshop in Oslo, writing support, peer review, and liaison with EU coordination offices. For more information about teachers, target group, course plan, costs and registration, see: https://www.forbio.uio.no/events/courses/2019/MSCAIF.html For potential hosts for incoming fellows see below and here (https://www.forbio.uio.no/events/courses/2019/msca-if-hosts.html), but also consider any relevant host at the University of Oslo, NTNU Trondheim, University of Bergen, University of Tromsø, Gothenburg University, Uppsala University, Stockholm University, The Natural History Museum of Denmark, University of Copenhagen, Swedish Museum of Natural History, University of Aarhus, etc etc. SE (Society and Enterprise) fellowships can include mobility to research agencies, SMEs and NGOs. Registration: Interested fellows should register online and provide contact information of their host before May 10th. Registered fellows will be evaluated and notified by May 21st regarding acceptance and participation in the training program. Make sure the reserve the dates 12-14 June for the workshop. If you have any questions, contact Hugo de Boer (hugo.deboer@nhm.uio.no) for more information. Best, Hugo Hugo de Boer Natural History Museum University of Oslo P.O. Box 1172 Blindern 0318 Oslo, Norway Phone: +47 22851875 Plant.ID MSCA-ITN project leader Leader of ForBio - Research School in Biosystematics Plant Evolution and DNA Metabarcoding group Selected hosts that might be of interest: Inger Greve Alsos, Tromsø Museum, The Arctic University Museum of Norway, Tromsø PI of ERC CoG IceAGenT: IceAge Genomic Tracking of Refugia and Postglacial Dispersal PI of NFR Toppforsk ECOGEN: Ecosystem change and species persistence over time: a genome-based approach https://www.ecogen.no/ https://en.uit.no/forskning/forskningsgrupper/gruppe?p_document_id=605399 https://en.uit.no/om/enhet/ansatte/person?p_document_id=164266&p_dimension_id=268852 https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=phK0JuEAAAAJ&hl=no Torkild Bakken, NTNU University Museum, Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Biodiversity of marine macrobenthic organisms, coast-deep sea, Annelida, DNA barcoding, biogeography https://www.ntnu.edu/employees/torkild.bakken https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Torkild_Bakken Mika Bendiksby, NTNU University museum, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim (also guest researcher at NHM, UiO) Biodiversity; biogeography (ecological- and historical-); biosystematics; speciation (allopolyploid-, cryptic- etc.); evolution (accelerated-, stagnant-, convergent- etc.); integrative taxonomy; lichenized fungi; phylogenetics (molecular- and spatial-) https://www.ntnu.edu/employees/mika.bendiksby https://www.nhm.uio.no/english/about/organization/research-collections/people/annamb/ https://scholar.google.no/citations?hl=en&user=e5TQ9AcAAAAJ Hugo de Boer, Plant Evolution and DNA metabarcoding, Natural History Museum, University of Oslo Plant systematics; Molecular identification; Trade, CITES, Genomic barcoding; Ethnobotany Project leader of H2020 MSCA-ITN-ETN Plant.ID on Molecular Identification of Plants. This project provides a lot of opportunities for plant identification related postdoctoral projects with large network of collaborators for international and intersectoral mobility as envisioned by the MSCA-IF program. https://www.plantid.uio.no/ Project leader of ForBio - Research School in Biosystematics. ForBio provides a great platform for networking and expert courses, and can also be used to gain teaching experience. https://www.forbio.uio.no/ https://www.nhm.uio.no/english/about/organization/research-collections/people/hugode/ https://scholar.google.se/citations?user=bJjOHT8AAAAJ&hl=en Nataliya Budaeva, Department of Natural History, University Museum of Bergen, University of Bergen, Norway Systematics and evolution of marine annelids, phylogenetics, morphology, biodiversity, deep sea Coordinator of ForBio - Research School in Biosystematics. https://www.uib.no/en/persons/Nataliya.Budaeva https://www.nataliyabudaeva.com/ https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=my3ndHwAAAAJ&hl=en Dimitar Dimitrov, Department of Natural History, University Museum of Bergen, University of Bergen, Norway Spider systematic; phylogenetics; macroevolution; macroecology and biogeography; biodiversity https://www.uib.no/en/persons/Dimitar.Dimitrov http://www.dimitardimitrov.name/ https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=mfemh8gAAAAJ Torbjørn Ekrem, Department of Natural History, NTNU University Museum, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway. Insect taxonomy, systematics and evolution; molecular systematics; DNA barcoding; metabarcoding https://www.ntnu.edu/employees/torbjorn.ekrem https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=qjFomJ4AAAAJ&hl=no https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Torbjorn_Ekrem http://www.norbol.org Vladimir Gusarov, Frontiers in Evolutionary Zoology, Natural History Museum, University of Oslo Systematic entomology; Molecular phylogenetics https://www.nhm.uio.no/english/about/organization/research-collections/people/vladig/ Galina Gusarova, Tromsø Museum, University of Tromsø, and CEES - Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis, The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Oslo Plant systematics; DNA metabarcoding and metagenomics; Species delimitation; Euphrasia taxonomy https://www.mn.uio.no/cees/english/research/projects/257642/index.html https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=UGXI7o4AAAAJ&hl=en Kristian Hassel, Department of Natural History, NTNU University Museum, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway. Bbiodiversity and history of bryophytes at northern latitudes; (Meta)barcoding and macro fossil studies of lake sediments, current effects of climate change in the Arctic, as well as studies on species distributions (phylogeography and species distribution modelling) and speciation processes in Sphagnum. https://www.ntnu.edu/employees/kristian.hassel https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kristian_Hassel https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=28ljHRIAAAAJ Håvard Kauserud, Department of Biosciences, University of Oslo Molecular ecology of fungi in different habitats and ecosystems, combining evolutionary and ecological studies https://www.mn.uio.no/ibv/english/research/sections/evogene/groups/mycology/ https://www.mn.uio.no/ibv/english/people/aca/haavarka/ https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=q-ZfoDgAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao Anneleen Kool, Natural History Museum, University of Oslo Ethnobotany; Archaeobotany; Viking Age; Central Asia; Silk Road https://www.nhm.uio.no/english/about/organization/botanical-garden/people/anneleek/ https://www.nhm.uio.no/english/research/projects/people-and-plants/index.html https://www.mn.uio.no/cees/english/research/projects/143972/index.html Lee Hsiang Liow, Natural History Museum & Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis (CEES), University of Oslo Paleobiology, macroevolution, bryozoology, statistical (paleo)ecology http://folk.uio.no/leehl/ https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=IdtcH6gAAAAJ&hl=en https://www.mn.uio.no/cees/english/people/researcher-postdoc/leehl/ Manuel Malaquias, Section of Taxonomy and Evolution, Department of Natural History, University Museum of Bergen Taxonomy, systematics, biogeography, phylogeny and speciation of marine molluscs from the Scandinavian region to the tropics across the entire marine realm from shallow to deep-sea environments. https://www.uib.no/en/persons/Manuel.Ant%C3%B3nio.E..Malaquias https://manuelmalaquias.wixsite.com/malaquias Michael Martin, Department of Natural History, NTNU University Museum, Trondheim Population genomics, palaeogenomics, phylogenomics, ancient DNA https://www.ntnu.no/ansatte/mike.martin https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=WosqmUMAAAAJ&hl=en Tommi Nyman, Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research (NIBIO), Svanhovd, Norway Speciation; phylogenetics; macroevolution; population genetics; coevolution; conservation genetics; phylogeography of Hymenoptera (sawflies, parasitoids, wasps, bees, and ants) and parasitoid interactions (seal-parasite interactions, insect-parasitoid interactions, mushroom-insect-parasitoid networks. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=7vHisVgAAAAJ&hl=en https://www.nibio.no/en/employees/tommi-nyman Bastiaan Star, Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis, University of Oslo, Norway Ancient DNA, Bioinformatics, Archaeogenomics, Evolutionary Biology, Marine Biology. How past environmental changes and human impacts determine the evolution and distribution of organisms, with a specific interest in the marine environment. Hosting also two PhDs in H2020 MSCA-ITN-ETN SeaChanges. https://www.mn.uio.no/cees/english/people/researcher-postdoc/bastiaas/ https://www.mn.uio.no/cees/english/research/groups/archaeogenomics/index.html https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=Q0HX7bUAAAAJ&hl=en Hans K. Stenøien, Department of Natural History, NTNU University Museum, Norwegian University of Science and Technology Molecular ecology, phylogeography, systematics and population genetics on mosses and humans. https://www.ntnu.edu/employees/hans.stenoien https://scholar.google.no/citations?user=1bZERzkAAAAJ&hl=no Torsten Hugo Struck, Frontiers in Evolutionary Zoology, Natural History Museum, University of Oslo Phylogenomics; Comparative Genomics; Bioinformatics; Annelida; Spiralia/Lophotrochozoa; Cryptic Speciation; Progenetic Evolution; Evolution of Complexity; Deep-level phylogeny http://www.annelida.de/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Torsten_Struck Hugo de Boer

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A Guide to Sweden's Top 10 Cities to Visit

A Guide to Sweden's Top 10 Cities to Visit

Sweden has beautiful scenery, a long past, and a lively society. It has long been a destination for travellers looking for a different kind of European experience. There are many interesting things to see in Sweden, from the beautiful northern lights in the Arctic to the busy streets of its big towns. It can be hard for first-time visitors or returning travellers to choose which places to see because the country has so much to offer. This is true for all cities, from the capital, Stockholm, with its beautiful islands, to the coastal gem, Gothenburg. Start reading the following text and go on a trip through some of Sweden's most beautiful cityscapes. These towns in Sweden will give you a unique trip, whether you're interested in history, modern buildings, or natural beauty. Come with us as we discover the history, beauty, and charm of Sweden's most popular towns.

Here are some A Guide to Sweden's Cities to Visit

1. Stockholm: The City's Beauty: Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is often called the "Venice of the North." It has a great mix of history, culture, and natural beauty, spread out over 14 islands. Gamla Stan, the beautiful old town, is a maze of cobblestone streets lined with buildings that are a golden colour. There are royal houses and old churches there. Don't miss the chance to visit the world-class museums. For example, the Vasa Museum has a ship from the 17th century on display.

2. Gothenburg is a great beach town: Gothenburg is the second-largest city in Sweden. It is a lively coastal city known for its great fish, fun events, and modern art scene. One of the main draws is the Liseberg amusement park, which has rides for people of all ages. While you're here, take a walk through Haga, the oldest neighbourhood in the city, and enjoy a classic Swedish "fika" (coffee break).

3. Malmo: The Meeting Point of Cultures: Malmo is in the very southern part of Sweden. The Turning Torso, which is the biggest building in Scandinavia, shows how modern the city wants its buildings to be. Malmo's old town streets and mediaeval buildings, on the other hand, tell stories of its long past. Malmo is a cultural hub between two countries because it is right across the bridge from Copenhagen, Denmark.

4. The Historic University Town of Uppsala: You can get to Uppsala by train from Stockholm in a short time. It is famous for its big church and well-known university. The city has a young feel to it because there are so many students there. Fans of history should check out Gustavianum, the oldest building in the city. It is now a museum that shows Uppsala's past from the time of the Vikings onward.

5. Lund: A Charm from the Middle Ages: Lund is another old college town that has been around since the time of the Vikings. Its well-preserved mediaeval street plan and the beautiful Romanesque church of Lund Cathedral are both must-sees. Lund University students enjoy "Walpurgis Night" in April, turning the city into a lively show with bonfires and singers.

6. Kiruna: The Wonder of the Arctic: Kiruna is in the Arctic Circle, which means it has access to magical nature sights like the Northern Lights and the midnight sun. This mining town is also known for the Icehotel, which is made of nothing but ice and snow. If you go in the winter, popular things to do on the snow are dog sledding and snowmobile trips.

7. Visby: Going Back in Time: Visby on the island of Gotland is almost like a time capsule. It has well-preserved Hanseatic houses lining its gravel streets, and walls and watchtowers from the Middle Ages surround them. Mediaeval Week is held every summer in Visby. The town comes alive with contests, parades, and markets set in the Middle Ages.

8. Helsingborg: The City by the Port: Helsingborg is a cute city on the coast with lovely beaches, parks, and gardens. Karnan, a mediaeval tower, is one of the city's features. From it, you can see a lot of the city and the country next door, Denmark. People love to relax and have meals at Sofiero Castle and its beautiful grounds.

9. Orebro: The Beautiful Lakeside Town: The location of Orebro next to Lake Hjalmaren is very nice. The well-known Orebro Castle, which is located on an island, has held control over the city since the 1300s. Along with its ancient sites, the city has a bustling food scene, with many restaurants and bars along the Svartån River.

10. Norrkoping: How the Industry Has Changed Over Time: People often call Norrkoping the "Manchester of Sweden" because it used to be a big industry city. Its old buildings and mills are now museums, art galleries, and cool places to hang out. Along the Motala River, the city's Industrial Landscape area shows how its industrial history is mixed with current city life.

When we visit Sweden's best towns, we get a feel for the country's rich culture, history, and natural beauty. Nobody can help but fall in love with Sweden. From the busy streets of Stockholm to the peaceful beauty of Kiruna, the country has something for everyone. If you are from India and want to go on this Nordic trip, you need to get a Sweden tourist Visa from India. With its own special charm, each city makes you want to get lost in its story. Sweden has a rich past that mixes perfectly with its current energy, giving tourists a unique experience. As our guide ends, keep in mind that travelling isn't just about seeing places; it's also about experiencing them. Now that you have your visa and are ready to go, go to one of Sweden's beautiful towns. Enjoy the trip, and remember the events for a long time after it's over. Have a safe trip!