Gothenburg
Gothenburg, the second largest city in Sweden, lies on the country's west coast on the Kattegat strait. It has more than 510 thousand inhabitants. It is the capital of the Västra Götaland region and the home of the Volvo and SKF corporations. Founded in the 17th century, the city grew in importance thanks to trade with China. Today it draws visitors with attractions such as the Liseberg amusement park and Götaplatsen square. Average temperatures range from -1°C in winter to 20°C in summer. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the weather is good for walking.
