Gotaplatsen (Gota Square), Gothenburg
Gota Square was founded as part of a world fair held during Gothenburg's 300th-anniversary celebrations in 1923. Gota Square is Gothenburg's central cultural hub and home to the Gothenburg Museum of Art, the Gothenburg Concert Hall, the City Library, and the Gothenburg City Theatre.
The square's impressive Poseidon statue is one of the city's favorite symbols. Poseidon is the god of the sea, storms, earthquakes and horses in Greek mythology. The statue was created by Swedish sculptor Carl Milles and inaugurated in 1931. Poseidon stars in many photos and is lit at night.
The Museum of Art was built for the 1923 Jubilee Exhibition. Terracing and natural stone stairs lead to seven high arches. The Gothenburg City Theatre opened in 1934, and the Gothenburg Concert Hall opened in 1935. The Gothenburg Public Library opened in 1967.
The square hosts an annual culture festival. During the festival, Swedish artists such as Mustasch and Teddybears perform in the square.
The square's impressive Poseidon statue is one of the city's favorite symbols. Poseidon is the god of the sea, storms, earthquakes and horses in Greek mythology. The statue was created by Swedish sculptor Carl Milles and inaugurated in 1931. Poseidon stars in many photos and is lit at night.
The Museum of Art was built for the 1923 Jubilee Exhibition. Terracing and natural stone stairs lead to seven high arches. The Gothenburg City Theatre opened in 1934, and the Gothenburg Concert Hall opened in 1935. The Gothenburg Public Library opened in 1967.
The square hosts an annual culture festival. During the festival, Swedish artists such as Mustasch and Teddybears perform in the square.
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Sight Name: Gotaplatsen (Gota Square)
Sight Location: Gothenburg, Sweden (See walking tours in Gothenburg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Gothenburg, Sweden (See walking tours in Gothenburg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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