Luleå

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Travel to Luleå

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Luleå sits right on the coast of northern Sweden and is a community that is rooted in this nation’s past. It was granted its royal charter in the early 17^th century and even though the community had to be moved two decades later, you can still see where the original settlement was with a visit to the Old Town today.

The community might focus on education and industry and be an outpost for the Swedish military, but there are a number of enjoyable adventures that can be had in Luleå as well. Do your plans include this stunning Swedish city in the near future? If you’ll be in Luleå soon, then here are a few of the essentials that any visit to this community should include.

Did You Know Luleå Has a UNESCO Heritage Site?

In 1887, a fire almost completely destroyed Luleå. Only a few buildings managed to survive this great tragedy and getting a glimpse of the way communities were structured centuries ago is very rare indeed. You’ll get to see that structure in full detail, however, with a visit to Gammelstad Church Town. It’s located about 10 km up the Lule River and features a 15^th century stone church. Surrounding the church are 400 homes and they were used just on Sundays so that those coming to church would have a place to call home before the journey home.

As you can imagine, conditions in northern Sweden in winter can sometimes be harsh and make travel difficult. These church towns provided people the opportunity to have a secondary temporary home that was safe and secure from the weather so they could enjoy a service or a festival that was being held without worrying about getting home. Wandering this heritage site is a unique experience and one that must be done when visiting Luleå.

There Are a Number of Cultural Events To Attend

Although Luleå offers visitors a subarctic climate at best, there are still a number of cultural events that offer visitors a glimpse of what local like is like. One of the best events is to catch a show that has been produced by the Norrbotten Theater. It’s a regional theater company that is based in Luleå and its theater house holds three stages.

Music is also an important part of life in this community, with an emphasis on metal bands. Three fairly popular bands are located in Luleå and concerts are a regular part of life here. You can easily pick up tickets to a show, have an evening out with a casual drink if you wish, and enjoy the screaming sounds of hardcore music.

Sports are also an essential part of daily life in Luleå with a number of football teams calling the community their home. There’s also a hockey team to watch in season, a basketball team, and even an American football team that plays regularly. For a really good time, the annual snowball fighting championships are held in Luleå every year as well.

Luleå has many opportunities for fun and adventure if you’re planning a visit to this community. Add these essentials to your itinerary and you’re certain to have a grand adventure!

Travel and vacation in Luleå, Sweden

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