Goteborg City (pop., 2001 est.: 471,267), southwestern Sweden. The country's chief
seaport and second largest city, it lies along the Göta River estuary, about 5 mi (8 km)
above the Kattegat. Founded in 1603, the city was destroyed in the Kalmar War with
Denmark (1611–13) but was refounded in 1619. Many of the early inhabitants were
Dutch, who built urban canals and laid out the city centre. A prosperous period began
with the completion of the Göta Canal (1832) and the start of a transoceanic shipping
service. It retains some historic architecture, and a moat still encircles the old part of
the city. The port's principal exports are automobiles (Volvo), ball bearings, and paper.

At the links bellow you can find lots of information about the community in English
and pictures of the venue. Lofbergs Lila Arena was built in 2001 and has a capacity
of 8.250 spectators (ice hockey) and 8.600 (concerts). The venue is ranked one of
the best hockey arenas in Europe and keeps a high comfort for European standards.

If you see something yellow in the sky it is likely to be the sun. If someone is giving you
a smile, which is very likely, it can also be considered to be the sun - but in a different
way. The sun is the symbol for Karlstad, but the interesting thing is what the sun stands
for - a good business climate, a friendly attitude, and a city full of experiences.

It is a bit easier to find the good life in Karlstad, and we try to take the time to talk to
each other. It is all about quality of life, and the best thing is to experience it in real life.
Regardless what brings you to the city of sunshine we welcome you to enjoy our city
in the way that suits you the best.

Situated on the northern shore of Lake Vänern, Karlstad is ideally placed in central
Sweden with convenient access to the major urban centres of Stockholm, Gothenburg,
and Oslo, by car, bus, train, or air.