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Visby Essentials

Visby is a UNESCO World Heritage site defined by its exceptionally preserved 13th-century limestone wall, which stretches nearly 3.5 kilometers around the medieval town center. This collection features the city's architectural highlights, including the 12th-century Visby Cathedral and evocative church ruins like St. Katarina and St. Nicolai. Beyond the fortifications, explore the exotic plant collections of the DBW's Botanical Garden, the narrow cobblestone streets of the Klinten quarter, and natural landmarks such as the Högklint sea cliffs and Lummelunda Cave.

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Hanseatic Town of Visby

Well-preserved medieval town and UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring a historic city wall and inner town area. It served as a central trading hub within the Hanseatic League and is characterized by its significant medieval architecture.

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City Wall of Visby

Visby City Wall is a medieval defensive wall surrounding the Swedish town of Visby on the island of Gotland.

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Visby Cathedral

Visby Cathedral, formally Visby Saint Mary's Cathedral, is a cathedral within the Church of Sweden, seat of the Bishop of Visby.

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St. Katarina Ruins

Listed as UNESCO heritage, these medieval church ruins are symbol of the glorious history of the city.

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Kneippbyn

Varied theme park with more than 50 attraction to entertain people of all ages. Highlight: Pippi Villekulla house.

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Lummelunda Cave

The Lummelunda Cave is located in a nature reserve at Lummelunda north of Visby on Gotland, Sweden.

Helen Simonsson / CC BY-SA 3.0

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DBW's Botanical Garden

Historic botanical garden established in 1855 by the society Sällskapet DBW. It features a unique microclimate for exotic plants and contains medieval ruins alongside diverse plant collections.