Culture, history and art
Find out more about the culture, history and art of Sweden, such as cultural must-sees in various cities and regions, as well as the history of famous writers and designers.
Last updated 31 August 2021
Museum of World Culture, Gothenburg
Exhibition at the Museum of World Culture in Gothenburg, one of Sweden's four National Museums of World Culture.
Photo credit: Carl Jirestedt
Swedish cultureSwedish culture
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Swedish museumsSwedish museums
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Swedish traditionsSwedish traditions
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