Goteborg for the afternoon: Jonathan, Amanda, and Linda went to the Liseberg Amusement Park, while Par, Agneta, and I toured parts of Goteborg.

Paddan Boat Ride: Par and I took a boat ride down the Gota Alv (river) that runs through Goteborg. It was a wonderful way to view the city from a different vantage point, other than the normal walking tour of the streets of the city.

Low Bridge Ahead: These bridges had only inches to spare as we went under them. We had to crouch on the floor of the boat and tuck our heads.

Another Low Bridge Ahead: Here we go again, "Crouch low onto the floor of the boat, tuck your head..."

Fancy 4-Masted Schooner: We saw some huge ships in the harbor, with this one being the fanciest one out there!

Harbor: Our boat took us into the harbor, amidst the big ships. We felt rather insignificant...On an historical note...A trade route to China was established by the Swedish East India Company in 1731, and there was a maritime trade boom.

Statue of Woman: I think there are statues of women who have lost their men, or are awaiting the return of their men from sea, at every major fishing port around the world.

Next stop...the Goteborg Botanical Garden. Did I mention how hot Day 8 was? We were sweltering. All I could think of, besides enjoying the beauty of my surroundings, was Fika, Fika, Fika...(aka...an ice cream and cold beverage break.)