Gothenburg is an ancient port city, the territory of which is home to many interesting historical and architectural monuments. Start your observation of the sights of the city from making a walk in the main street of Gothenburg - Kungsportsavenyn. You will see many beautiful buildings of different epochs along the street. Moreover, the street leads to beautiful Gotaplatsen Square. The square’s center is the location of the Poseidon Fountain. Gotaplatsen Square has become a regular venue for various festivals and fairs. The local fish market is one more interesting attraction that has become the sight of the city. The market was opened in 1874. The design of the market resembles a strict Gothic cathedral, so it is often called "fish-chapel".
Kronhuset is the oldest building in the city that has managed to survive till our days. The construction of the building was completed in 1643. Initially the building was intended to become an artillery arsenal. The building of East India Company was built several years later. It also has managed to survive in its original form till our days. Currently the large-scale building is the location of two large museums – an archaeological and a historical one.
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