Korsnäs gård, Historical building in Botkyrka Municipality, Sweden
Korsnäs gård is a main building with two extended wings and yellow plaster walls situated near the southeastern shore of Malmsjön lake. The structure displays characteristic Scandinavian construction with clear spatial organization across multiple levels.
The main building began as a cottage for Nolinge estate in the 1600s and was renamed Sofielund in the early 1800s. Archaeological findings nearby reveal that the area was settled during the Middle Neolithic period.
The site has served as Scandinavia's only Radha Krishna temple since 1980, welcoming visitors to spiritual gatherings and observances throughout the year. The spaces reflect both traditional Indian religious practices and their adaptation to a northern setting.
The site offers an accessible setting for exploring and photographing the exterior architecture and surrounding landscape. Those interested in viewing the interior should inquire ahead or join guided tours for deeper access and information.
The site contains Neolithic settlement traces indicating human habitation from roughly 5,000 years ago, revealing the deep history of the region. These archaeological layers beneath the surface tell of life in this area across multiple millennia.
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