Vimmerby facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vimmerby
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Vimmerby in June 2008
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 Vimmerby
Location in Kalmar
Vimmerby
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden | |
| Province | Småland | |
| County | Kalmar County | |
| Municipality | Vimmerby Municipality | |
| Charter | 14th century | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 7.56 km2 (2.92 sq mi) | |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 10,934 | |
| • Density | 1,050/km2 (2,700/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Climate | Cfb | |
Vimmerby is a cool city in Sweden. It is located in Kalmar County. About 10,934 people lived there in 2010. Vimmerby is also the main town of Vimmerby Municipality.
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About Vimmerby
A small river called Stångån flows right through Vimmerby. This city got its "city charter" (meaning it officially became a city) way back in the 1300s! The main street, Storgatan, still looks much like it did in medieval times. You can also see many old wooden houses here.
Vimmerby is a popular place for tourists. This is because of its connection to the famous Swedish author Astrid Lindgren (1907–2002). She wrote many beloved children's books.
Astrid Lindgren's World
One of the biggest attractions is Astrid Lindgren's World. This is a fun theme park for kids. It brings to life the stories and characters from her books. Fans from all over the world come to visit this special park.
When Astrid Lindgren wrote about the country boy Emil of Lönneberga, she used many details from her own childhood. She grew up in the countryside around Vimmerby.
Famous People
Another well-known person from Vimmerby is Thomas Ravelli. He was a famous goalkeeper for the Swedish national football team. He holds a record for playing in many international games.
Vimmerby Church
The main church in Vimmerby is called Vimmerby kyrka. It was built between 1854 and 1855. The church has a classic style with a tall tower on its west side.
Inside the church, you can see a special baptismal font. It is carved from granite and is very old, dating back to around the year 1200. The pulpit, where the priest speaks, was made in 1713 by a sculptor named Olof Jonasson Wiström. The altarpiece, which is a piece of art behind the altar, was added in 1877. It was painted by artist Sven Alfred Thörne.
Sports
Vimmerby has its own sports clubs. One of the main ones is:
- Vimmerby IF
Twin Towns
Vimmerby has "twin towns" or "sister cities" in other countries. This means they have a special friendship and often share cultural exchanges. The twin towns are:
Fargo, North Dakota, United States
Joniškis, Lithuania
Images for kids
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City Hall
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Vimmerby Stadshotell
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Stora torget
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Storgatan
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Vimmerby Church
See also
In Spanish: Vimmerby para niños
