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Sigtuna – Where Stones Remember and History Whispers

Just 45 minutes northwest of Stockholm lies Sigtuna, one of Sweden’s oldest towns – founded around 980 AD. But Sigtuna isn’t just old. It’s a place where history doesn’t sleep in museums but lives in the open: in ruins, stones, paths, and silence. Walking through this town feels like stepping into a space where time folds gently – not gone, just present in another form. The Church Ruins – Three Silent Testimonies Sigtuna is home to three impressive church ruins, each telling its own story about Sweden’s Christianization and medieval ambition. St. Lars is perhaps the most iconic of the......

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Gamla Uppsala’s Royal Mounds

Just outside the city of Uppsala – about an hour north of Stockholm – lies a small village with an extraordinary past. Gamla Uppsala (meaning “Old Uppsala”) might seem unassuming at first, but walk a little further and you’ll spot three massive grassy mounds rising from the earth. These are the Royal Burial Mounds, mysterious earthworks that have fascinated people for centuries. According to folklore, the three great mounds are the resting places of Norse gods Thor, Odin, and Freyr! Others later believed they held the tombs of ancient Swedish kings of the legendary Yngling dynasty​. Standing there, with the......

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Runestone U 164 - Inscription " Jarlabanki had these stones raised in memory of himself while alive, and made this bridge for his spirit, and (he) alone owned all of Tábýr. May God help his spirit."

Runriket in Sweden

Welcome to the heart of Sweden’s rune-covered landscape – Runriket in Vallentuna. Located just a short drive north of Stockholm, this historical area surrounding Lake Vallentuna offers a unique chance to discover many rune stones over 1000 years old. This region is full of cultural heritage, stunning nature and a mystical atmosphere. The "Runriket" project connects significant historical sites with modern storytelling tools to bring history to life. What is Runriket?  The "Realm of Runes" includes nine historical locations around the Vallentuna area. Each site holds its own story. Below are brief descriptions of all nine stations – including placeholders......

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