Decorated Farmhouses of Hälsingland | Sweden

 

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Hälsingland is a small area of north-eastern Sweden, bordering the Gulf of Bothnia. It is known for its richly decorated, wooden farmhouses and associated farm buildings.

Decorated Farmhouses of Hälsingland is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Seven timber houses are listed, representing the zenith of a regional timber building tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages.