Travel Guide to Uppsala, Sweden

This is one of the oldest cities in Scandinavia that attracts travelers by tremendously large choice of attractions. The resort certainly will surely please those tourists who prefer quiet and secluded cities and long unhurried walks. Approximately a third of the city is devoted to pedestrians. There is no transport here, so nothing prevents tourists from inspecting remarkable buildings, enjoying nature and singing birds.

Uppsala Cathedral is, without a doubt, one of the main attractions of the city. The construction of the cathedral started in the 13th century and lasted for almost 200 years. This is a grand-scale building created in the Gothic style. Its spacious halls strike visitors with luxurious interior and fine handmade paintings, which cover both walls and altar. This church is the oldest one in Sweden. Don’t forget to take a look at its main shrine - the tomb of St. Eric. Numerous kings and famous personalities are buried on the territory of the cathedral. Among them are Johann II, Gustav Vasa, Carolus Linnaeus, Emanuel Swedenborg, and Nathan Sederblom.

Don’t walk far away from the cathedral as one more religious attraction is located near it. This is Holy Trinity Church built in the middle of the 14th century. Uppsala Castle is also a sight of particular interest of tourists. The castle was built by the order of Gustav Vasa in the late 16th century. The castle has witnessed numerous important historical events. You will learn more about the castle and its history if you make an excursion on its cabinets and halls. Here have been signed important documents, have been resolved political issues and have been conducted negotiations with heads of countries.

The northern part of the city is the location of the district known as Old Uppsala. Here visitors will see many old buildings, temples, and ruins the market square built in the 5th century. Nature fans should visit Linnaeus Garden. Here the world-renowned professor of medicine, who has been also called the King of flowers, has been conducting his experiments.