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Place in Västergötland, Sweden
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Skara is a town with about 18,000 inhabitants in the region Västergötland in Sweden.
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Skara domkyrka
A medieval cathedral, among the oldest in Scandinavia.
Hornborgasjön
A must for birdwatching in the area. Known as the lake where up to 12,000 cranes stop on their way back from warmer countries. Situated about 20 km from town center.
Amusement park with about 45 attractions including water slides, roller-coaster and go-carts.
A horse race track.
Walking, public transport vasttrafik.se/eng or car. Short term parking is free.
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