The Viking Age brought Gotland into the center of world trade. Huge fortunes were amassed in the countryside. In museums today we marvel at the hoards of silver and gold that were buried in the soil of Gotland. Graves from the Viking era, marked by boulders in the shape of a long ship, appear along the road and about 90 stone churches from the 12th and 13th centuries are magnificent evidence of the wealth that the rich possessed during the Middle Ages. For the history lover Gotland has no equal.
For the nature lover, Gotland offers an unusual variety of scenery: steep cliffs dropping to the sea, miles of sandy beaches and meadows with wildflowers and orchids. Thirty-six species of orchids make their home in Gotland thanks to the mild climate and the limestone soil. No visitor should miss the monumental sea stacks, dramatic stone pillars carved out of soft limestone by the wind and the waves. Sitting among these "stone creatures" watching the sun set into the sea is an experience you'll never forget. So come along now, and join us on this truly memorable ride! |
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