Guest writer: Anna Nilsson Spets
The October sun shone from a bright blue sky, the wild wine crackled
in every shade of red on the colour chart that morning we arrived at
the pretzel town of Södertälje.
What is it like to visit the castle in Rhodes Town? The Palace of Grand Master of Knights is an incredibly impressive building, located in the centre of the charming old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Read moreVisiting the Falu mine is interesting and educational, and at the same time a bit of an adventure. We went on a guided tour underground and learnt the gruesome story of Fet-Mat's fate. We tell you about our visit!
Read moreTo visit Hildasholm in Leksand is to go on a breathtaking journey through time, filled with beautiful artefacts and creative garden rooms. This historic house also offers captivating stories from the past, art exhibitions and a cosy garden café.
Read moreWhat is it like to visit Zorngården and the Zorn Museum in Mora? We made a visit here last week and were incredibly fascinated. It is not only the art that is impressive, but also the special house and, of course, the story of Anders and Emma Zorn.
Read moreBelgium, the country where I have lived for 15 years, has a sad piece of colonial history in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo, then the Belgian Congo.
Read moreThe Nordic Museum in Stockholm is celebrating its 150th anniversary with an anniversary bridge and new exhibitions. We were there for the opening ceremony and can tell you about the museum's new features.
Read moreWhat to do in Kristinestad, Finland? This small Ostrobothnian wooden house idyll offers charming alleys, great museums and lively markets a few times a year. Here are all our top tips for things to see and do in Kristinestad.
Read moreWhat to do in Turku? This Finnish city, once Finland's largest, is a real gem with a riverside promenade, restaurants, museums and plenty of things to do. Here are all our top tips for things to see and do in Turku.
Read moreVisiting Turku Castle in Finland is very interesting. The castle, which is over 700 years old and has been beautifully renovated, offers plenty of Swedish and Finnish history. Here you can see interiors from the past, learn more about Swedish-Finnish history and see various exhibitions.
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