Places to Explore In The South and the Kingdom of Glass

Discover the best places to explore in The South and the Kingdom of Glass with curated recommendations from our travel experts.

Kalmar

Southern Sweden is considered, even by many Swedes, to be a world of its own. Once a part of Denmark, the region is clearly distinguished...

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  • 3 Things To Do

Lund

One of the oldest towns in Europe, Lund was founded in 990. In 1103 Lund became the religious capital of Scandinavia, and at one time...

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  • 6 Things To Do

Malmo

Capital of the province of Skåne, with a population of about 300,000, Malmö is Sweden's third-largest city. It was founded at the end of the...

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  • 11 Things To Do

Öland

The island of Öland is a magical and ancient place—and the smallest province in Sweden. The area was first settled some 4,000 years ago and...

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The Kingdom of Glass

Småland is home to the world-famous Swedish glass industry. Scattered among the rocky woodlands of Småland province are isolated villages whose names are synonymous with...

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Ystad

A smuggling center during the Napoleonic Wars, Ystad has preserved its medieval character with winding narrow streets and hundreds of half-timber houses built over a...

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  • 5 Things To Do

Explore The South and the Kingdom of Glass

Sights 21

Shopping 6

Nightlife 1

Performing Arts 1

Restaurants 4

Hotels 9
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