Uppsala, Sweden
Saint Erik's Spring
Legend has it this spring formed at the spot where a medieval Swedish king was killed.
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Uppsala, Sweden
Legend has it this spring formed at the spot where a medieval Swedish king was killed.
Säter, Sweden
A museum dedicated to the history of psychiatric treatment featuring a gallery of art made by patients.
Stockholm, Sweden
The three colorful women depict characters from a beloved children's story.
Avesta, Sweden
A cuddly version of a dark mythological creature now acts as the mascot of a town.
Stockholm, Sweden
The single richest source of elemental discoveries in the world.
Stocksund, Sweden
Crystal chandeliers brighten up this dark underpass.
Eskilstuna, Sweden
Stone carvings record the Norse myth of Sigurd, providing a glimpse into Scandinavia's transition from paganism to Christianity.
Hökåsen-Badelunda, Sweden
This patch of land is home to Sweden's largest burial mound, allegedly belonging to a mythical king.
Hökåsen-Badelunda, Sweden
This 2,000-year-old stone maze is one of the oldest in the country, but its purpose is still a mystery.
Stockholm, Sweden
A wooden street sign is the last remnant of this 400-year-old alleyway.
Stockholm, Sweden
Dine on food tied to Viking history and legend at this subterranean Stockholm spot.
Stockholm, Sweden
A plaque marks the house in Stockholm where the French philosopher René Descartes lived up until his death.
Stockholm, Sweden
A heated statue pays tribute to one of Sweden's great actresses.
Stockholm, Sweden
Despite dreams of constructing this fairytale mansion, Albert Gotthard Nestor Cedergren never saw its completion.
Täby Kyrkby, Sweden
A medieval church that contains murals from famed artist Albertus Pictor.
Forsby, Sweden
The remnants of a record-setting industrial bucket system can still be found dotting the Swedish countryside.
Sala, Sweden
One man's fascination with Turkey led to this backyard mini-city.
Stockholm, Sweden
The scars of a remarkably organized public protest to save 13 elm trees are still visible in this Stockholm park.
Sala, Sweden
This luxury hotel suite is located deep in the bowels of an old mine.
Avesta, Sweden
The world's biggest version of the popular Swedish souvenir.
Stockholm, Sweden
This unique sculpture is often overlooked by pedestrians.
Stockholm, Sweden
One of the world's first dedicated bank buildings in the world is now the oldest one.
Stockholm, Sweden
A 130-year-old urinal is the oldest of Stockholm and perhaps all of Sweden.
Stockholm, Sweden
These airport hangars are now a bustling shopping center with only hints of its past still lingering.