Trojaborg, Visby

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The island of Gotland has many stone labyrinths, but the most famous is Trojaborg in Visby. It may have its origins in a pagan cult, but in more recent times it has been used for games and festivities.

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Address
S:t Göransgatan 31, Innerstaden, Sweden

Established
Medieval or earlier

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