Sightseeing in Malmo - what to see. Complete travel guide

Malmo is not only an important port, but also the third largest city in Sweden, which is located on the south of the country in the picturesque region of Scania. Malmo is the capital of the region. In XIII century Malmo was a small port town that prospered thanks to fishing and selling salt herring. For a long time this place was part of Denmark. However, due to constant confrontations from the side of the residents of Malmo and bloody wars, Sweden and Denmark signed a peace treaty in 1658. According to this document Malmo joined the territory of Sweden.

Modern Malmo still keeps several reminders of the period of the Denmark governing. These are Malmohus Castle, the oldest Renaissance castle in Scandinavia, which has been used as a fortress and a prison; Stortorget Market Square, and Town Hall. Today the space around and inside the castle is dedicated to several museums. These are the Museum of the City, Art Museum, Maritime Museum, Natural History Museum and the Museum of Science and Technology. The ancient architecture of the city traditionally attracts many tourists. You can feel this specific beauty of Malmo while visiting ancient churches and the cathedrals, for example, the magnificent Gothic church of St. Petrichyurka built in XIV century in accordance with the design of the Church of St. Mary in Lübeck.

Malmo is a city that is famous not only for its architectural ensemble, but also for its wonderful parks and boulevards. Because of this fact Malmo is often called "the city of parks". Numerous park zones of the city have spread out like little oases. In these parks you can often meet musicians and artists, various festivals are often conducted there. In Malmo are also operating Symphonic Orchestra, Concert Hall, Drama Theatre, Dance Theatre, and, of course, numerous cafes and restaurants that often become the place of conducting theatrical events and performances. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

The small Caroli Church is also a notable city attraction. The main material used in its construction was red bricks. Since the construction of the church, high narrow windows, miniature turrets along the perimeter of the building, as well as many elements of primeval interior decoration have been successfully preserved. Now the old church is surrounded by contemporary buildings, so it looks very unusual against such background.

Nearby is the St. Peter’s Church, which also makes an amazing contrast with the modern buildings of Malmö. It was founded in the 14th century. From the moment of construction, unique frescoes, created by famous medieval painters were preserved within the walls of the church. One of the main features of the external appearance of the church is the ancient chapel, which was annexed to it as far back as 1442.

The most attractive place to walk in the fresh air is the Royal Park. The history of its appearance is very interesting. In 1872, King Oscar ordered the founding of the beautiful park for the citizens on the territory of the old destroyed cemetery. Initially, the residents of the city met such a proposal with a grain of skepticism. However, when the park was founded, they were enchanted by its beauty. Now it does not leave visitors indifferent. Every year, huge sums are invested in the landscape design of the park. Here, you can walk among the most beautiful ornamental plants and flower beds, and admire the ancient fountains and sculptures.

One of the oldest buildings in the city is the House of the Rosenvinge Family, built in 1534. For several hundred years, this house belonged to one family. It retains the design of many rooms, characteristic of different periods. During the tour, visitors of this old house can admire the art of wall painting, see collections of old furniture and interior items, as well as appreciate the collections of works of art arrayed here.

The House of Niels Kantze is preserved in Malmö. It was built by the mayor of the city in 1530 for his daughter Anna. Several windows of this house faced the historic Östergatan Street, so the merchants could offer residents of the houses their goods directly through the windows. In the old house, there is also a beautiful old finish, and underground rooms that were used as warehouses.