The residence and university city is located in the province of Smaland.. It is considered the capital of the Kingdom of Crystal..

At this point there was already a settlement in the 11th century.. 1170 Växjö bishopric and receives in 1342 the city rights of King Magnus Erikson.. The then proximity to the Danish border, the city was destroyed several times in the 16th and 17th centuries..


Attractions

Växjö domkyrka, Linnégatan,
Dating back to the 14th century, it has been restored several times..
<1001> Online-Dom

Teleborg Castle, Slotsallen,
is now owned by the city and serves as a meeting and event venue..
<1002> Teleborg Castle Online

The Utvandrarnas Hus, Vilhelm Mobergs Gata 4
Looks at Swedish Emigration in the 19th Century
<1003> Online Info to Utvandrarnas Hus}

The Swedish Glass Museum in the Smalands Museum, Södra Järnvägsgatan 2
displays an extensive collection of various glass art works..
<1004> Online information about the Glass Museum}


~udre~, 2013-03-18