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Summer is here and many Swedes are on holiday. It is very common to treat yourself to a trip abroad when the calendar is filled with days off. Everyone should treat themselves to a trip to a warm country, but for those who prefer to stay in Sweden, there are several gems to visit. It has become very popular to take what is now known as a homestay, a holiday at home in Sweden.

Holidays are a time for relaxation. A chance to recharge your batteries and enjoy the warm summer days. But holidays can come with a lot of pressure. Images of sunny beaches in southern European countries and skyscrapers in American cities fill social media feeds. It can easily feel like a competition to see who is 'best on holiday'.

Getting caught up in this race is something that should be avoided. Holidays should be enjoyed in the way that suits each individual best. You don't have to travel abroad if you don't want to - or can't afford to, for that matter. There are plenty of exciting places to visit at home in Sweden.

Jump in the car or book a train ticket with your sights set on an unexplored place. There are plenty of magical destinations in our country. What's most interesting varies from person to person, but here are some real gems for your Swedish holiday. Go to a concert in a limestone quarry, enjoy nature in Österlen, visit the rauks on Fårö or travel all the way to the northern tip of Sweden.

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Dalhalla (Rättvik)

What would life be without music? Whether it's voting for favourites and playing the melodifestivalen oddsWhether it's standing at the front of a sweaty arena concert or just listening to your favourite artist in your headphones, music is an important part of most people's lives. If you're a music fan and still haven't visited Dalhalla, perhaps this summer is the time to do so.

Dalhalla is an outdoor arena in the suburbs Rättvik in Dalarna. It is unique among Swedish concert venues in that it is located in a disused limestone quarry. Yet since 1993, concerts have been organised at the site, which could be called Sweden's equivalent of Red Rocks in the USA. The stage is located at the bottom of the limestone quarry, with audience seats in front that almost feel carved out of the rock.

Several concerts and performances are organised during the summer, attracting fans of all kinds. Artists and bands such as First Aid Kit, Gyllene Tider, Benjamin Ingrosso and Laleh will visit. In addition, the musical Mamma Mia! will be staged for five performances in August. There is something for everyone at Dalhalla!

Österlen

Österlen is a must for those who want to travel to the more southern parts of the country. Many people come here to soak up the beautiful nature and relax. Skåne is otherwise known to be very flat, but here you will find a landscape of grass-covered valleys and valleys with flourishing trees.

If you've seen the film The Lionheart Brothers, you'll probably recognise many of the locations, especially inland. Large parts of Astrid Lindgren's fantastic adventure were filmed in Österlen. So was Tage Danielsson's film, The Apple War.

Of course, there are also great opportunities for swimming. A trip to Österlen is almost not complete without a trip to one of the many beautiful white sandy beaches. A hot tip is to visit Sandhammers, which is often high on lists of Sweden's most beautiful beaches. A bit out in the water and down in the depths is also the country's largest ship cemetery.

A trip to Österlen is like a bag of goodies, with plenty of options to make your holiday more enjoyable. Don't forget to swing by Kiviks Musteri for a cool drink and delicious souvenirs to take home.

Fårö

Gotland is a very popular holiday destination for many Swedes and also one of Sweden's most common places to stay. holiday home on. Above all, it is Visby, with its idyllic town centre and ring wall, that attracts both national and international visitors. However, there is so much more to explore than just Visby - not least the small island on the northern tip of Gotland.

The neighbouring island of Fårö was star director Ingmar Bergman's favourite place on earth. He lived and worked for many years on the island, which now has a museum dedicated to his cultural achievements. Several of his films were also filmed there. The Bergman Centre organises several guided tours where you can follow in the footsteps of the film genius.

The bathing enthusiast will not leave Fårö disappointed either. There are plenty of beautiful beaches to enjoy. By the water, you can also find nature's own sculptures - rauks - in several places. At Langhammar's rauk area you will find many of these stone giants. Pack a good lunch and walk around in their shadows.

Trerik's crescent

At the top of one of Sweden's most northerly points, you'll find Treriksröset. When you arrive, you'll be greeted by a large, yellow lump of concrete that may not look like much to the world unless you know why it's there. This lump is the point where Sweden, Norway and Finland meet.

By walking around the Trerik cairn, you can visit three different countries in just a few seconds. The cairn is just over ten metres from the shore of Lake Koltajaure. In the summer you can reach the concrete lump on piers, while in the winter you can simply walk across the ice.

For most Swedes, this destination is far away. However, this need not be a deterrent. Whether you live in Hässleholm, Karlstad or Stockholm, Treriksröset's geographic location can provide a way to see parts of Sweden that you wouldn't otherwise get to experience.

Book train tickets or pack your car and turn your trip to Treriksröset into a road trip through Sweden. Why not stop in Dalhalla for a concert if you're travelling through Dalarna? The road north is long and will obviously have some boring parts. However, a well-planned journey can offer several exciting stops along the way.

Sweden is a great country to be a tourist. Other countries are exciting to explore, but if there are many cool places within the Swedish borders as well. Travelling within Sweden can also be a great budget option for those who don't want to spend all their savings in one go.