states: [sweden]
category: cultural
year: 1995
location: Island region of Gotland
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 57.6416700000, 18.2958300000
The Hanseatic Town of Visby, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Sweden, is a remarkably preserved medieval trading center on the island of Gotland. Its 13th-century ramparts, over 200 warehouses, and historic churches, like the Sankta Maria Cathedral, showcase its past as a key Baltic Sea hub within the Hanseatic League. The town's cobblestone streets and well-maintained ruins offer a glimpse into its prosperous history, making it a standout example of Northern European medieval architecture and urban planning.
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