Uppsala
The historical and spiritual heart of the country, Uppsala is one of Sweden’s oldest cities, dating back to the 3rd century. It's also one of the country's most dynamic centres, thanks in part to a student population nudging 40,000.
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Top places to visit in Uppsala
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- Attraction in UppsalaGamla Uppsala
- Attraction in UppsalaGamla Uppsala Museum
- Attraction in UppsalaUppsala Slott
- Attraction in UppsalaDisagården
- Attraction in UppsalaMuseum Gustavianum
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Attraction in UppsalaCarolina Rediviva Bibliotek - Attraction in UppsalaDomkyrka
- Attraction in UppsalaLinnaean Gardens of Uppsala
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Uppsala, Sweden is a lively university town that has a long and storied history. Here are the best ways to get to know the city.
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