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Högkullen is the highest point of the table mountain Kinnekulle, one of the most famous table mountains within the region of Skaraborg. Its many viewpoints give visitors a possibility to see miles into the distance over the large plains to the east as well as out over lake Vänern to the west. A Short History…
Götene is a small locality in what was once the county of Skaraborg. Today it is part of the region Västra Götaland and it has a population of around 5.000 people. Götene is also the home of several small businesses as well as larger factories for companies such as Arla Foods and Semper. A Short…
Vara is a small locality in western Sweden and it has around 4.400 inhabitants. Its history has centered around farming and its grain is the local gold. Fields still surround Vara is and you can see its silhouette from far away. A Short History of Vara Little is known about life here prior to the…
Stora Levene is a locality in Västergötland with a population of around 760 inhabitants. It includes the old church village of Levene and, according to hearsay, it has a royal past. Any visitor today would, however, most likely make sure to enjoy the pristine nature. A Short History of Stora Levene Levene was first mentioned…
Grästorp is a locality in the region of Västergötland. It is one of several localities in Sweden that developed around the stations after the construction of the railway in the second half of the 19th century. It might be the case that many passers-by only remember the sight of the fighter jet Viggen. A Short…
Sparlösa is a small village that is famous for its very special rune stone, Sparlösastenen. The whole district of Sparlösa has today a population of around 300 people. Many of the inhabitants live in the village surrounding the church. A Short History of Sparlösa Sparlösa was originally the central village of Sparlösa Parish, a parish…
Lidköping is the oldest town on the shores of Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden and the third-largest in Europe. This small town has a population of around 23.000 inhabitants and many sports fans know it for its bandy team Villa Lidköping BK. The town has for years been fighting for a way to…
700 years of history are on display at the peninsula of the island Kållandsö. The island is in the southern archipelago of Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden and the third largest in Europe. In addition to the historical Läckö Castle, there is also the nature reserve with many hiking trails welcoming visitors. A…
Vänern is the largest lake in Sweden and the third largest in Europe. There are many islands here, one of which is the island of Kållandsö. At the island’s furthest tip you find the small fishing village of Spiken. Its fishing harbour is one of the largest lake based fishing harbours in Europe and a…
On an island in Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden, is the small village of Otterstad. With a population of around 130 people, it covers more than 10% of the island Kållandsö’s population and has been its centre for centuries. A Short History of Otterstad The name Otterstad is known to have existed since…
Kungslena is a small village with a royal past. It has today a population of around 100 inhabitants, but its past includes battles for the Swedish crown and aspirations of becoming a town. A Short History of Kungslena Kungslena is a village with a very long history and there are several ancient remains reminding us…
Tidaholm is a locality in the province of Västergötland. It has today a population of around 13.000 inhabitants and the town has grown around the local industries. Especially the ironwork and the Vulcan match factory have been central to the town’s history and growth. It is the seat of the Tidaholm Municipality. A Short History…