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Storsjön is famous for being Sweden's Loch Ness and some even claim there is a secret passage to the Scottish lake. Whilst I don't doubt for one second that people have seen huge unidentified water creatures here, I think it might be because of the unique geology - some huge fish is known to thrive here for instance. Whatever the real truth, there is a legend about the monster being created by two witches who just stirred their pots with various ingredients. The town now lives on this legend and everywhere you go, you will see souvenir monsters - everything from cuddly toys (like the monster's son Birger!) to tasteful handicraft.
Written Aug 1, 2003
Being the capital, this is the place where you see more Jämtland flags than anywhere else as yes, this is a self proclaimed republic. Jämtland was Norwegian, then Swedish and all the time mostly independent in the "uncontrollable" highlands so there is a strong regional sense here and you will see the white, green and blue striped flag on many a porch. At the festival in July, a president is also elected and is someone who has done something good for Jämtland - usually amongst national celebrities.
Written Jul 31, 2003
Every late July, beer tents are created in the small harbour and stages built everywhere as the music and culture festival goes on for a week. The current Jämtland president (this is a very independent province) holds a speech and there is music and film galore. Less known Swedish bands along with world famous ones.
Written Jul 31, 2003
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Every late July, beer tents are created in the small harbour and stages built everywhere as the music and culture festival goes on for a week. The current...
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Östersund is a beautiful town and located in the west side of Sweden (close to Norway border). Its nown for its beauty with soothing nature, lakes, forests and pleasant landscape.
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Most people see Stockholm as the middle of Sweden but oh no, this is an oblong country and you have to go to the highlands to reach the middle. There is in fact a village between Östersund and the...
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Tourist Office in Östersund Rådhusgatan 44 831 82 Östersund Phone:063 - 14 40 01 Mail to: turistbyran@ostersund.se During the summer the tourist office fix guided tours through the town in Swedish...
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