Blå Jungfrun, Granite inselberg national park in Oskarshamn Municipality, Sweden.
The 86-meter-high island in the Baltic Sea features steep cliffs, dense hardwood forests, and numerous geological formations shaped by glacial activity.
The stone labyrinth on the eastern side of the island dates back centuries and received documentation from botanist Carl von Linné during his 1741 visit.
Local folklore connects the island to witches' gatherings during Maundy Thursday, earning its alternative name Blåkulla, meaning blue hill in Swedish.
Tourists access the island through summer boat services from Oskarshamn or Byxelkrok, with visits limited to daytime hours and no overnight stays permitted.
The island contains multiple caves with narrow entrances leading to large interior chambers, formed through natural erosion of the 570-million-year-old granite.
Location: Oskarshamn Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 86 m
Website: http://nationalpark.se/park/bla-jungfrun-nationalpark
GPS coordinates: 57.25211,16.79380
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:27
Stone circles are megalithic structures from prehistoric times. These monuments served as astronomical observation points and gathering places. The constructions demonstrate the technical abilities of early societies. The stones were placed and aligned with precision. Many of these circles connect to solstices and star constellations.
Sweden contains medieval fortresses, national parks, historical churches and museums. The country spans from southern sand beaches to arctic regions. Visitors can find 18th century ironworks, prehistoric rock carvings and Viking burial grounds. The coastline features limestone cliffs above archipelago islands.
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