Facts about Sweden! We have sniffed out and collected interesting information about our own country that you may or may not have known about. Enjoy!
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Writing facts about Egypt is both fun and challenging as we are talking about over 5000 years of fascinating history. Consider that Alexandria in northern Egypt was the most important and prominent city in the world before 30 BC and that pyramids were built here in 3000 BC. Follow us to where modern civilisation started and to the mysticism of Egypt.
Read moreAncient castles in Sweden! Think it's boring to look at an "old gravel pile" on top of a mountain? Actually, it is staggering that parts of these historic structures still exist. Once upon a time our ancestors used them, as a refuge in times of trouble, for defence or perhaps as a guard post.
Read moreCastles in Sweden! Once upon a time, rich and powerful Swedes constructed buildings that would serve as both housing and protection. Many of these castles still exist, and in other cases you can visit imaginative castle ruins. Which of these castles and castle ruins have you visited?
Read moreChurch ruins in Sweden, or monastery ruins as they may once have been, can be found here. On Gotland alone there are 92 medieval churches and several island churches, many of which are very beautiful ruins.
Read moreThere are plenty of churches in Sweden! In fact, there are around 3500 church buildings in our country. Some are almost a thousand years old, and others are special because of their design. We have listed 25 churches in Sweden that we think are particularly beautiful, both inside and out.
Read moreCastle ruins in Sweden and old castles are so cool with all the excitement and mystery. What really happened over several hundred years that put the signature on the ruins, which we look at and are drawn to. History is in the walls and here come the cool castle ruins. Join us!
Read moreCastles in Sweden - there are plenty of them! In fact, there are around 220 Swedish castles, although the number depends on how you count. We've seen a large number of castles during our motorhome trips in the country, many of which are both stunningly beautiful and historically interesting.
Read moreFacts about North Macedonia! Today we travel to the country of North Macedonia and delve into some interesting facts. For example, you can read about ancient cities, "white gold" and a very special island. Join us!
Read moreFacts about the Czech Republic! Did you know that the sugar cube and soft contact lenses come from the Czech Republic? Or that Central Europe's largest wine barrel and Europe's largest sandstone arch can be found here? The Czech Republic boasts the most castles per square metre, drinks the most beer in Europe and has been named the sixth safest country in the world. Let's go!
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