Sweden is an amazing place to spend your summer holiday, and the hot temperatures along with the clear blue sky are living proof of that. A lot of people choose Gotland, which is an isolated island situated 90km away from the mainland, to relax and enjoy the beauty of the location. Visby, a UNESCO World Heritage City located on the west coast of Gotland, is a place of interest for all tourists who wish to enhance their knowledge, thanks to its impressive history. You have the possibility to visit this incredible medieval city from May to September, and you can be sure that its stunning aspect and past will exceed your expectations.

Almedalen park in Visby, Gotland, Sweden by Żeglarz

Visby, a spectacular medieval city

Due to its strategic location, Visby was an attractive target for invaders, and that’s why the prosperous and historically rich municipality was surrounded by a strong defensive stone wall meant to prevent potential attackers from looting the place. The 3.5km Ringmuren, also known as the Ring Wall, dates back to the 13^th Century, it features over 50 spectacular towers, and is encircled by numerous moats. At the moment, approximately 22,000 individuals live in Visby, and 3,000 of them have their residences within the beautiful medieval walls.

The Medeltidsveckan (Medieval Week) takes place each August, and during this week the city rejoices its astonishing medieval heritage. If you intend to visit this city, make sure to come in the summer and you’ll have a great time enjoying the jousting tournaments, and the live performances, theatre and lectures. Open markets will also be organized, and the amazing cobblestoned streets of the town will be crowded with craftsmen.

City walls of Visby, Gotland, Sweden by Żeglarz

An impressive legacy

The Danish army occupied Gotland in 1361, and the place was turned into a Danish colony until 1645, when Sweden took possession of Gotland again. Travelers will have the chance to observe pieces of this tumultuous past through the devastated ruins of the fortresses destroyed by the Danes on their way out. The Gotland Historical Museum is a perfect place to connect with the history of this city, and if you visit the Gun Powder Tower, the thin passageways and the damaged brick and stone stairs will guide you to spots from where you can enjoy fabulous views over the city.

A great number of conserved ruins

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