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Tyresö Castle - history and beautiful nature

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Tyresö Castle is beautifully situated by Kalvfjärden in Tyresö, just south of Stockholm. We went here one day last week when we both strolled in the English park and had a picnic on Notholmen. In addition, there was a nice hike on a small part of the Pilgrim Trail, in Alby nature reserve.

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Görväln Castle and Görväln Nature Reserve

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Görväln Castle and Görväln Nature Reserve are located in Järfälla municipality, northwest of Stockholm. We made an excursion here to get a few hours in the spring sun and nature, but of course also took the opportunity to check out the castle.

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Huvudsta farm in Solna - murder story and beautiful surroundings

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Huvudsta gård in Solna is a short walk from the marina where we live. We are travel bloggers and often go far away to find exciting sights, but sometimes you just need to look around the corner.

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Sjöhistoriska museet in Stockholm - a child-friendly museum

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The Maritime Museum in Stockholm is located in Museiparken on northern Djurgården. It is home to a number of museums, and at the Sjöhistoriska you can learn more about the history of shipping and the navy. The museum is also very well adapted for children and families with children.

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Army Museum in Stockholm - war, peace and conflict

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Located in Stockholm's Östermalm district, the Army Museum is a great place to visit on a muggy day for both children and adults. Admission is free and there is a lot to look at. Various tours and activities are also organised.

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The Jewish Museum - in Stockholm's oldest synagogue

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The Jewish Museum in Stockholm is located in Stockholm's oldest synagogue in the Old Town. We cycled here on a Saturday and managed to arrive just in time for today's guided tour. It was a really interesting and educational visit.

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Hagaparken in Solna - castles, gazebos and pavilions

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Hagaparken in Solna is fantastic, and here you can stroll among castles, gazebos and pavilions from the time of Gustav III. We took the opportunity to make an excursion here with the electric bikes when the sun was shining on Friday. Follow us through the park!

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What to do in Rome - tips for sights and activities

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What to do in Rome? Italy's capital is a living museum of history, but also offers romance, good food, sport and a big dose of religion. We've listed our top tips for a holiday or weekend in Rome, and if you want to, feel free to add your own!

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Sweden in Germany - 12 places with a Swedish connection

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There is more of Sweden in Germany than you might realise. In fact, Germany has many places and traditions with Swedish connections. Many traces have a historical connection, such as the 30-year war or Sweden's time as a major power in the Baltic Sea region. For example, did you know that Wismar celebrates 'Schwedenfest' every year or that Sweden's first university is located in Greifswald?

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Catherine's Monastery at Mount Sinai - where Moses received the commandments

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St Catherine's Monastery on Mount Sinai in Egypt is a truly ancient monastery with a wealth of religious history. It includes the burning bush and the place where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God.

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