This millstone commemorates a gruesome tale that may have been the source of the city's name.

Is this cat asleep or just pretending?

A centuries-old copper mine that once provided two thirds of the world's copper supply.

See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.

This patch of land is home to Sweden's largest burial mound, allegedly belonging to a mythical king.

A rare rune stone dedicated to a woman.

A large collection of ancient runestones decorates this university courtyard.

The final resting place of the father of modern biological taxonomy.

Legend has it this spring formed at the spot where a medieval Swedish king was killed.

Legend says this fabled well held part of a mythical Norse tree.

This mysterious runestone embedded in a church wall is linked to the medieval cult of Saint Erik.

Ancient burial grounds of the wealthy.

The official meeting point for the oddly named governing assembly of ancient Sweden.

A small church in Uppsala hides the grave of a renowned 18th-century astronomer.

This quirky collection of furniture also happens to be a public art installation.

These mysterious circular formations are actually remnants of 19th century gristmills.

One of the world's first dedicated bank buildings in the world is now the oldest one.

A 130-year-old urinal is the oldest of Stockholm and perhaps all of Sweden.

This celebration of Latvia’s freedom and independence avoided demolition over half a century of Soviet occupation.

The reconstruction of this prominent building fulfilled a long-written command.

Access to this hidden site of a 14th-century mass suicide is prohibited, unless it is to pray for the dead.

Inspired by the famous sculptures on Easter Island, this head serves as a popular meeting spot by Shibuya Station.

This gnome sculpture and his wonderous hat forces train passengers to do a double-take.

An enormous pair of straw sandals woven in the traditional way—to keep demons at bay.