The table mountain area
The varied landscape on and around the table mountains is rich in history and constantly offers new nature experiences
Mountains of a different kind
The table mountains that rise out of the Swedish Västgöta plain are perhaps not that high or mighty. But they are bursting with exciting stories about the development of planet Earth, the spread of humans in the area and the history of the country Sweden.
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Fifteen special table mountains
Despite the common denominators of the mountains, each mountain is unique. Silhouette, nature and history differ from mountain to mountain
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What is it that is so unique?
A mountain range completely ground down, flat mountains constructed like a cake and a rolling landscape that enchants
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What is an Unesco Global Geopark?
Platåbergens Geopark has been given status as Sweden’s first Unesco Global Geopark. This means that the table mountain region contains geological sites and landscapes that are considered unique and of international importance. These sites tells about the connection between our planet’s history and human development in the area. So it’s not just about geology, stones and rocks. It is also about highlighting the area’s natural values, cultural heritage and intangible heritage.
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A travel through the layers of the table mountains
The rocks in the table mountains are in layers, much like a cake. But what is the difference between these rocks? How did they come into being and what have humans benefited from them? Click to make a trip through the table mountains and learn more.
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