Location: Lund
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Among the oldest cities in Sweden, Lund was founded in the late 10th century. The stalwart Lund Cathedral is almost as old as the settlement itself; it was built in traditional Romanesque style and contains a beautiful astronomical clock, five organs and an ancient crypt. Explore charming Jakriborg, a modern residential area that emulates a medieval town, then head to the beautiful Botanical Gardens.
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1. Apoteket Svanen
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By marinagD977FC
If you are already pleased with overwhelming impressions of minimalistic art in swedish interior and looking for something totally different, the Farmacy Svanen in Lund would be just right for you. A piece of well preserved example of an old pharmacy is still existing on Kyrkogatan 5 in Lund. You will be very surprised to see the atmosphere of early 1900s squeezed between modern shops on this street. The pharmacy is very easy to find by their distinguished storefront with beautiful green columns and the golden swan in the middle. In 1647 The of Apotek Svanen (“Pharmacy Swan” in english) established location on the street Kyrkogatan and now classified as the oldest pharmacy in Sweden. The present interior was sculpted in by Folke Zettervall and produced by woodcarver Ola Nilsson from Kristianstad. Decorative wood patterns depict swedish pharmacological plants, widely used in the beginning of 1900s century. Very authentic design, inspired by Arts and Crafts movement, present the spirit of this time in Scandinavia. Entrance is free and mini-shopping is optional, but could be nice to support that historical heritage.
2. Lund Cathedral
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4.5 based on 1,160 reviews
Every year more than 700,000 people visit Lund Cathedral, Swedens most visited Church. People of all ages and types are attracted here for a variety of reasons. Besides those who attend services or seek spiritual renewal, there are many tourists groups from different countries, school classes as well as visiting parties from other churches and congregations. Lund Cathedral was consecrated in 1145, and contains many well-known artifacts and features of considerable historical interest. Please don´t miss to visit the Cathedral Forum, Domkyrkoforum, a brand new modern building just south of the Cathedral. Here you can see two films about the Cathedral, drink coffee/tea, and get information.
Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler - Singapore, Singapore
This is a beautifully built cathedral. It is worth a visit with a day trip from Malmo. The interior of the cathedral is beautiful and you can visit the basement of the church as well. A must visit when in Lund.
