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? 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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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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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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Kristianstad, and the area around Kristianstad, offers everything from castles and charming farms to wonderful nature experiences and well-prepared, locally produced food. We offer our best tips on attractions, excursions, restaurants and accommodation.
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Today we're sharing 10 magical castles in Germany that feel like they're straight out of a fairy tale. We've seen two of them ourselves, and the other eight are on our bucket list.
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Ösel in Estonia is an island in the Baltic Sea the size of Gotland, famous for its windmills. The island also has an interesting Swedish history and has several exciting sights - from a medieval castle to a meteorite crater.
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Narva in Estonia is the EU's outpost against Russia, with the border crossing in the centre of the city. You may come here to learn more about the Battle of Narva and the shared Swedish-Estonian history, and to visit Narva Castle. Or why not go for a swim on the fine sandy beach at Narva-Jõesuu rand?
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Rakvere Fortress is located on a hill in the town of Rakvere in northern Estonia. The fortress once belonged to both Denmark and Sweden and has a lot of history to tell. We came here by motorhome after our visit to Lahemaa National Park, and then found a really nice campsite.
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Lahemaa National Park in Estonia is a large natural area that offers great hiking opportunities, but also cosy fishing villages and beautiful old mansions. Here we also found, by chance, some Swedish history.
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