In the 17th century, after the Kalmar War, the city’s border was moved to the south. Many buildings on Kvarnholmen Island appeared at that time. This is also the time when the main square – the so-called Stortorget Kalmar – was built in the city. The town hall building and the cathedral are the main landmarks here. These are amazing examples of the Baroque architectural style. The church was built in 1703, and for that time it had amazingly new construction of beams and decorative elements. Don’t forget to take a look at frescos and drawings inside the building. The altar composition “The Descent of Jesus Christ from the Cross” is particularly impressive.
Other elements of the square are no less attractive. Numerous old buildings in this part of the city appeared after the center of Kalmar had been moved to the island. Massive stone buildings that could survive an ambush, cobbled streets that almost haven’t been destroyed through centuries, ruins of the city wall – these landmarks reflect the history of Kalmar that survived in many battled. The nearby museum exhibits an interesting collection of artifacts dedicated to the region and its history. The building of the museum is also very attractive.
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