In the mid-19th century, a newfound respect for history led to Kalmar Castle's renovation. Pat O'Connor / Courtesy of Rick Steves' Europe Through the Back Door This moated castle is one of Europe’s ...

Sweden is a nation that effortlessly combines natural beauty, history, and urban sophistication. It's a land of jagged coastlines, tiny islands, peaceful inland lakes, and endless forests mixed with ...

Sweden is home to hundreds of castles featuring tales of bloodthirsty royals, quirky millionaires, adult-rated films, and other untold secrets. While several of these impressive edifices are open for ...

Malmöhus Castle in Malmö, Sweden, is a stunning Renaissance fortress that has guarded centuries of Scandinavian history. Surrounded by peaceful moats and impressive brick walls, this historic landmark ...

Swedish soldiers and their families yesterday converged on an ancient Fife castle which was once the home of the war hero who formed their regiment. Around 100 men of the Varmlands Regiment - raised ...

It’s 4 a.m. and I’m in an eighteenth-century Swedish castle that has been transformed into an ecumenical monastic community run by Pentecostals. I gather my bags and descend a grand staircase, past ...

Minneapolis' favorite castle will sprout a Scandinavian modern wing as part of a $21.5 million expansion and renovation of the American Swedish Institute. The project, announced Tuesday, is scheduled ...